Manchester United transfer roundup: Manchester City closing in on €90 million Manchester United target as the latter eye two superstar midfielders and more – July 25, 2018

Hello and welcome to the Manchester United transfer roundup for the day! This has been quite an underwhelming window for the Old Trafford outfit. Things started off with promise when they announced the signing of Fred and Diogo Dalot.

However, after that no-one significant has come in as the Red Devils don’t look like a much-improved squad from last season. Nevertheless, the whispers in the air are still there and so without further ado – let’s begin!

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#5 Andreas Pereira and Matteo Darmian

Just a year after defying Jose Mourinho’s wish, who asked him to stay at Manchester United, Andreas Pereira, who spent the last two season on loan away from the Old Trafford, is set to stay at the club for this season.

Pereira informed that his intention is to do whatever is necessary to cement a place at the club.

"It's my intention to stay here and help the club and help the team," Pereira said.

"Of course, that's my first intention, so I want to do everything that I can to stay at the club and help United this season.”

He then spoke of his time out on loan, he believes that it was necessary for him to play regularly for another season as he now feels more prepared than previous years.

"I think it was on my personal level needed to play another season regularly and it was good for me as well.

“I think it's good for the team and the club that I'm more prepared now than last year.”

Finally, he confirmed that he spoke to Mourinho to inform of his wish to stay at the Theatre of Dreams and contribute to the team’s title credentials this season.

"I spoke with him [Mourinho] about that and now this season I want to stay and do my best for the club.

“I feel a better player now than last year."

Meanwhile, Gianluca di Marzio has reported that Inter have targeted Sime Vrsaljko and Matteo Darmian. However, at the moment, a deal for Darmian looks more likely as the idea is to bring him on loan first with a purchase clause which they could trigger later.

#4 The defenders

Easier to get him

Manchester United’s want for a defender has been well-documented in this window. They have been linked with several players to enhance their backline but haven’t been able to price anyone for the center of defence.

Jose Mourinho is interested in two players the most: Toby Alderweireld and Harry Maguire. Mourinho’s interest in them explains that he is looking for a defender who is not only good at defending but has an ability on the ball.

According to Manchester Evening News, the Red Devils believe that signing Maguire would be easier than acquiring the Belgian since it would be incredibly hard to negotiate with Daniel Levy.

#3 Arturo Vidal

Eyed by the Red Devils

One of the players that had been previously linked with a move to the Old Trafford is Arturo Vidal. The former Juventus man is now once again making the headlines as Bayern Munich might opt to sell him this summer.

He has no dearth of interest since a plethora of clubs have eyed the Chilean midfielder. Among them, Manchester United and Chelsea are prominent entities that are vying for his signature as the Bavarians target to get at least €30 million for him, according to Calcio Mercato.

#2 Thiago Alcantara

Another target

Arturo Vidal is not the only Bayern Munich player that is being targeted by the Red Devils as it seems like the Old Trafford outfit have also set an eye on former Barcelona man Thiago Alcantara.

According to the sources of ESPN, both Manchester United and Chelsea have enquired about a possible deal for the Spaniard. The Bavarians have 9 midfielders in their squad and would like to ease the pressure by selling some players of that position.

The report also quotes a €70 million asking price for the La Masia graduate.

#1 City come in for Kova

Kovacic wants to leave

Mateo Kovacic looks set to be the next player that goes out of the exit door of the Santiago Bernabeu after the departure of former Manchester United superstar Cristiano Ronaldo.

The midfielder wants more minutes – something that he hasn’t been able to get at Real Madrid – and wishes to seek a move away from the club. There has been a lot of interest for him as Manchester United and Liverpool have been credited as potential suitors.

However, it seems as though Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City is leading the race for him as according to Don Balon, the Etihad outfit are on his trail with Florentino Perez open to the idea of selling him for €90 million.