Manchester United transfer roundup: United make €90 million bid for Ronaldo, Barca want €100 million star as Paulinho replacement and more – July 5, 2018

Hello and welcome to the Manchester United transfer roundup for the day! With the transfer window slamming shut in just over a month, it is time for clubs to buckle up and get deals over the line.

Manchester United are on a rage right now and have once again had a busy day in the rumour mill today. So without further ado, let's begin!

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#5 Lingard, Sandro and Romagnoli

There are some player who might not be the most naturally gifted footballers in the world but their hard work and determination make them absolute favourites among the fans.

One such player is Jesse Lingard. The Manchester United star might not have the flair of Marcus Rashford or Anthony Martial but he is more important to Mourinho than both the others names above.

As a result, he is set to be bestowed with a bumper contract by the Red Devils – at least that is what The Sun seem to believe. According to their source, his fabulous season with the Red Devils and his outings with England have seemingly convinced the Old Trafford outfit to double his current wages of £75,000-per-week.

“Jesse has shown that he is a top-class performer on and off the pitch," the source told The Sun.

“He has a fabulous season for the club last year and has taken that form onto the international stage so far.

“His England showings has been brilliant and the club know he is all set to become a global star if he continues.”

Meanwhile, Duncan Castles has revealed that Manchester United have decided to move for Alex Sandro in the summer. He also added that the Brazilian is keen to move to Old Trafford and that Juventus are holding out €60 million for him.

“This summer United have decided to go for Alex Sandro,” he said.

“They have put a deal in place with the player, the player wants to (join) and Juventus are holding out for up to 60million euros (£53m).

“They (Juventus) have seen the market and are thinking they can cash in big time.”

#4 Romagnoli and Shaqiri

Shaqiri on United's radar

Three things in life are certain: death, taxes and Manchester United being linked with defenders. The Red Devils have been credited with an interest in a lot of defenders and one of them is AC Milan’s Alessio Romagnoli.

United had previously made a €45 million + €5 million bid for the defender. However, Milan have rejected the bid, according to Corriere dello Sport via Metro.

Meanwhile, Manchester United seem to have a thing or two about attempting to capture transfer targets of rival clubs. After stealing Fred from under Pep Guardiola’s nose, they have now been linked with a move for Liverpool target Xherdan Shaqiri, who has a £12 million release clause, according to The Sun.

#3 Swap deals?

Swap on the cards?

Manchester United may finally be able to land Willian at the club because of Chelsea’s interest in one of their players. According to the Telegraph, Chelsea would be willing to sell Willian for £60 million.

Manchester United and Barcelona are interested in the Brazilian but the Blues are more inclined to selling to Barca. That could, however, change should the Red Devils let Martial go to Stamford Bridge in return.

Meanwhile, another player who the Old Trafford outfit could use as a swap card is Romelu Lukaku. According to Don Balon, the Red Devils are “burning” to take Ronaldo to United and are ready to give Lukaku in return.

#2 Cristiano Ronaldo

Ronaldo to Juve or United?

Speaking about Ronaldo, one thing is assured at the moment: the Portugal captain is more outside of the club than inside. Rumours are linking him to Juventus by Don Balon add a twist to the tale.

According to the report, Manchester United have made a €90 million offer for the Portuguese, who – the report adds – wants to leave Madrid only for one club: Manchester United.

Real Madrid, however, want more for their superstar – which is something around €150 million and are actually using Juventus as a means to trick the Red Devils into paying the amount they want.

#1 Madrid still want De Gea

De Gea still wanted by the Bernabeu

And here we thought that David De Gea’s performances in the World Cup have put Madrid off from signing him but if this report from Don Balon is to be believed. Apparently, Julen Lopetegui is vouching for the shotstopper over Thibaut Courtois and Alisson.

The former Spain coach is not bothered about the criticism of the Spain number one and still has confidence in the former Atletico Madrid goalkeeper and wants him at the Bernabeu.

Manchester United, however, are holding out a gargantuan amount of £80 million for the goalkeeper.

Meanwhile, Lionel Messi has targeted Paul Pogba as a big-money replacement for Paulinho at Barca – if this report from Don Balon is to be believed. According to the report, Messi is a fan of the French midfielder and wants him to defend the colours of Barcelona.