Arsenal lead Tottenham in race to sign Real Madrid midfielder, Atletico Madrid ready to meet valuation for James Rodriguez, Paul Pogba could hand in transfer request and more Real Madrid Transfer News: July 12, 2019

#4 Paul Pogba could hand in transfer request to force move

Pogba wants out of Manchester United

After courting speculation with his statement that it might be time to seek a new challenge elsewhere, the dust seemed to have settled, as the Frenchman was among the players included in Manchester United's squad for pre-season.

Ole Gunner Solksjaer had even come out to publicly defend his conduct and professionalism, accusing the media of a hidden agenda against the World Cup winner.

However it seems that the last has not been heard in the Pogba saga, as new reports have emanated that the 26-year-old might have to submit a transfer request to force through his dream transfer to Real Madrid.

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#3 Arsenal overtake Tottenham in bid for Dani Ceballos

Ceballos starred at the 2019 UEFA European Under-21 Championship

Having failed to establish himself in the Real Madrid team over the last two seasons, Dani Ceballos is among those reportedly on their way out of the Bernabeu.

The 22-year-old made just 13 appearances last season, but was one of the stars as Spain triumphed at the Euro Under 21 Championship in Italy earlier in the summer.

Premier League side Tottenham had earlier been reported to be in the lead for his signature but new reports suggest that they have been overtaken by Arsenal.

Unai Emery seemingly wants the transfer to be temporary, with Arsenal's reported £45m transfer budget being a hindrance. But Real Madrid are interested in only for a permanent move.