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July is said to be the busiest month when it comes to transfers. The pre-season is about to get started and many clubs would be looking to bring in new players as soon as possible so that they could gel together with the squad and get ready for the upcoming season.
There are so many transfer rumors on the internet at the moment and some high-profile players have been linked with some big-money moves this summer. Hence, we have decided to pick 5 high-profile transfers that have been reported by reliable journalists and could happen this month:
#5 Romelu Lukaku to Inter Milan:
Current club: Manchester United
Estimated Transfer fee: £75 million
Manchester United splashed £75 million to bring Romelu Lukaku from Everton back in 2017. The Belgian striker had a great start to his Manchester United career, scoring 27 goals in his first season at the club.
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However, the 26-year-old endured a tough 2nd season and managed to score just 13 goals in all competitions for the Red Devils this season. He also struggled to get into the starting XI last season, with manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer preferring the young Marcus Rashford ahead of the Belgian forward.
Romelu Lukaku wants a move away from Manchester this summer, with Italy being his preferred destination. The forward has been very vocal about his love for Italian football and wants to play in the Serie A in the future. And Inter Milan are willing to give him that opportunity. Inter Milan's new manager Antonio Conte is said to be a huge admirer of the 26-year-old and wants to bring him to San Siro this summer.
The player is keen on the move and has reportedly agreed to personal terms with the club. However, the Nerazzurri are struggling to agree to a fee with Manchester United for Lukaku. They want to bring the player on a 2-year loan deal with an obligation to buy at the end of it for a reported fee of €70 million. However, Manchester United want to recoup the £75 million pounds they paid for the player and want full payment upfront.
#4 Matthijs de Ligt to Juventus:
Current club: AFC Ajax
Estimated Transfer fee: €75 million
At just 19 years of age, Matthijs de Ligt is regarded as one of the most sought-after defenders in world football. The Dutch centre-back had a phenomenal season with Ajax, leading them to a domestic double and the UEFA Champions League semifinals. The defender is open to a move away from Ajax this summer, and many clubs are desperate for his signature.
Matthijs de Ligt has been linked to every major European club this summer, but it seems like the player's transfer saga is finally coming to an end. The players looked set to join Barcelona back in May, but the two parties failed to agree on personal terms, which gave room for other clubs to enter the race.
And now, it seems like Juventus have won the race for the player and are very close to signing the highly-rated defender. He would cost around €75 million, which is an absolute bargain in today's market.
#3 Antoine Griezmann to Barcelona:
Current club: Atletico Madrid
Estimated Transfer fee: €120 million
Antoine Griezmann is set to leave Atletico Madrid this summer after the player announced his decision through a video on social media. The 28-year-old was set to leave Atletico for Barcelona last summer but decided to stay in Madrid for the foreseeable future.
However, the Frenchman has now decided that he wants to leave this summer, and the Blaugrana will once again try to buy the forward this summer.
Atletico Madrid's CEO Gill Martin all but confirmed Griezmann's move to Barcelona in an interview last month. He said,
"I've been certain where Griezmann will play next season since March. He will play for Barcelona."
Recent reports claim that the Blaugrana have been waiting for Griezmann's €120 million release clause to come into force, and will make a move for the talismanic forward this month.
It seems like Barcelona will finally get their man this summer, and €120 million seems like a fair amount for a player of Griezmann's quality.
#2 Paul Pogba to Real Madrid:
Current club: Manchester United
Estimated Transfer fee: £150 million
Manchester splashed £89 million to bring Paul Pogba back to Old Trafford, making him the world's most expensive player back in 2016. However, his Manchester United career has been full of ups and downs, and many believe the midfielder has failed to live up to the expectation and the price-tag during his time at Old Trafford.
The player has publicly stated his desire to leave the club this summer, saying that it might be the right time for him to try a new challenge somewhere else.
Zinedine Zidane is said to be a huge admirer of the player, and Real Madrid are trying their best to bring the talismanic midfielder to the Santiago Bernabeu this summer. However, Manchester United have been adamant that the player is not for sale, and only an offer in the region of £150 million will make them change their mind.
Real Madrid have already spent close to €300 million this summer on transfers and could find it difficult to finance a deal for the midfielder. Real Madrid are willing to use Gareth Bale as a makeweight in any possible deal; however, Manchester United are not keen on bringing the Welshman to Old Trafford this season.
#1 Neymar to Barcelona:
Current club: Paris Saint-Germain
Estimated Transfer fee: €200 million
Neymar became the most expensive footballer in world football when Paris Saint-Germain splashed a whopping €222 million for his services back in 2017. The Brazilian superstar arrived in Paris with a lot of expectations, with many believing that he could lead the club to Champions League glory.
However, Neymar's footballing career has come to a standstill since his move to PSG back in 2017 due to injuries and controversies outside the pitch. His relationship with the club's hierarchy seems to be at the lowest, and the player is eyeing a move away this summer with Barcelona being his preferred destination.
The player has reportedly agreed personal terms with Barcelona and has taken a pay cut to join the Blaugrana this summer. Paris Saint-Germain also seem keen to get rid of the player and are willing to lower the asking price for the player.
This is one of the most unexpected stories of the summer. The reports emerged out of nowhere and now many credible outlets backing the claims, which makes us believe that the transfer could happen this summer.
