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After a quiet start to the summer transfer window, there has been a flurry of activity in recent weeks.
Big-money moves are being completed, while unexpected openings have seen clubs scramble. Paris Saint-Germain are enjoying an extraordinary transfer window, while clubs like Chelsea are also quietly getting deals done as well.
The next week could see big-names switch clubs for huge money. The financial ramifications due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic have meant that the likes of Real Madrid and Barcelona have been unusually subdued, but Premier League clubs are spending merrily.
On that note, here's a look at the five mega transfer deals that could be completed in the next few days.
#5 Saul to Manchester United/ Liverpool
It is a little surprising to see Saul Niguez linked heavily with a move away from Atletico Madrid, given how highly rated he was a year ago.
The Spain international was one of the best young midfielders in the game, and was linked with big-money moves to top clubs across Europe. In 2017, he signed a nine-year contract with Atletico Madrid, highlighting how much Diego Simeone valued his talents.
Last season, though, Saul's impact was limited. He made just 22 league starts as Atletico Madrid won the title. The arrival of Argentine midfielder Rodrigo De Paul from Udinese has pushed Saul further down the pecking order, and he has been persistently linked with a move to Barcelona recently.
But current rumours have suggested that Manchester United and Liverpool are both pursuing the 26-year old.
#4 Harry Kane to Manchester City
Harry Kane is one of the best strikers in the game at the moment, and enjoyed arguably his best season in professional football last time around.
Despite his contributions, Tottenham Hotspur disappointed as a team, failing to qualify for the Champions League or the Europa League. Kane has made his ambitions clear, and is willing to leave Spurs to be able to lift silverware. However, Tottenham Hotspur are understandably reluctant to let go of their talisman, and will likely demand an eye-watering fee for Kane.
Manchester City are the club most interested in signing the England international. They have already had a bid rejected for Kane. After spending a reported £100 million on Jack Grealish, it remains to be seen how much they will splurge to sign the 28-year-old.
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#3 Kylian Mbappe to Real Madrid
Kylian Mbappe continues to be linked with Real Madrid, with a move looking likely to happen at some point in the future.
Real Madrid let go of both Sergio Ramos and Raphael Varane this summer, and it has been suggested that they are collecting money to fund a move for Mbappe. While Paris Saint-Germain continue to insist that Mbappe will be offered a new contract, all signs point to Mbappe moving to Madrid.
With Paris Saint-Germain closing in on Lionel Messi, Real Madrid could very well make a move for the France international this summer. The Ligue 1 giants will likely demand a huge fee for their star, though.
#2 Romelu Lukaku to Chelsea
A transfer rumour that has picked up pace in recent days is that of Romelu Lukaku all set to return to Chelsea.
Lukaku joined Chelsea from Anderlecht in 2011 as a top talent, but failed to establish himself in the first XI. Subsequent successful stints with West Bromwich Albion and Everton were followed by a lukewarm spell with Manchester United, but the Belgium international has been sensational since joining Inter Milan.
Lukaku is one of the best strikers in the game, and was pivotal in Inter Milan winning the Serie A title last season. Chelsea are keen to sign a world-class striker this summer, and have targeted the 28-year old after failed attempts to lure Erling Haaland to Stamford Bridge.
#1 Lionel Messi to Paris Saint-Germain
Barcelona's announcement that Lionel Messi was no longer a part of the club shocked the entire football world.
Reliable reports had confirmed that Messi was set to sign a new deal with Barcelona, but the club admitted that they could not confirm the contract due to the La Liga's financial rules. Arguably the greatest player to have played the game is now available on a free transfer, and Paris Saint-Germain are now close to signing him.
That would be an extraordinary coup for the Ligue 1 giants. They have already signed Gianluigi Donnarumma, Sergio Ramos and Georginio Wijnaldum on free transfers this summer. To get Messi as well would make it arguably the greatest ever transfer window for any club in the history of the sport.
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