Real Madrid reach an agreement with De Gea, Paul Pogba's replacement identified and more: Transfer round-up: April 18, 2018

Hello people! Welcome to Sportskeeda's latest transfer news and rumours roundup. The season has reached its climax but the top clubs are also keeping their eyes open on potential transfer targets.

And as always, there are stories which make headlines irrespective of the transfer window being open or shut. After scouring through papers and sources from all over Europe, we have gathered a bunch of stories that made headlines on April 18, 2018:

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#1 La Liga

Real Madrid reach an agreement with David De Gea

According to Don Balon, Real Madrid have reached an agreement with David De Gea over a summer move back to Spain. It is reported that Real Madrid and De Gea's agent Jorge Mendes have started negotiations with Manchester United as personal terms have already been agreed between Madrid and De Gea.

Los Blancos are ready to bid €100 million for signing the Spanish custodian and are confident of pulling off the deal.

Atletico Madrid want Bruno Fernandes

The Colchoneros were impressed by Sporting Lisbon's Bruno Fernandes during the Europa League quarterfinals. Atletico Madrid have begun their charm offensive to bring Fernandes to Madrid this summer.

A Bola understands that Atletico Madrid are ready to rival Liverpool and Spurs for the talented forward. But Sporting Lisbon are not so keen on Fernandes leaving with him having a contract until 2022 in Lisbon which includes a €100 million release clause.

#2 Serie A

Darmian will leave Manchester United this summer

Matteo Darmian pleased about Juventus' interest

Manchester United outcast Matteo Darmian has revealed that he misses Italy and will soon make up his mind about his future. Darmian has not been favoured by Jose Mourinho this season.

Darmian told Sky Sport Italia, "I miss Italy. It is pleasing that Juventus are interested in me. It is a great club and I will make the necessary evaluations in due time."

Inter Milan linked with Davy Klassen

Inter Milan are expected to have a big summer this time around with reinforcements predicted to come in every department. Tuttomercatoweb has reported that Inter are monitoring Everton's Davy Klassen and are serious about making a move for the Dutch midfielder. Napoli are also interested in him at the moment.

#3 Bundesliga

Reunion on the cards for these two

Manchester City want Thiago Alcantara

Sky Sports have reported that Pep Guardiola will be given a £200 million war chest to further improve his title-winning squad. And the one player that Guardiola is keen on signing is Bayern Munich's, Thiago Alcantara.

Thiago has played under Guardiola at Bayern and Barcelona before. City manager believes that Thiago will be a perfect fit to rejuvenate his ageing midfield with David Silva, Fernandinho and Yaya Toure all being on the other side of 30.

Borussia Dortmund looking to sign Michy Batshuayi permanently

The Bundesliga side is confident of signing Michy Batshuayi on a permanent deal this summer. The Belgian striker made an instant impact at the club where he scored five goals in his first three matches.

Evening Standard has claimed that it will take an offer in excess of £50 million to convince Chelsea of selling the striker.

#4 Premier League

End of the road for Paul Pogba

Paul Pogba's replacement identified

It is widely believed that Jose Mourinho is running out of patience with Paul Pogba whose inconsistency has irked the United manager. The Mirror understands that Manchester United are ready to offload their most expensive signing this summer and will replace him with Shakhtar Donetsk's Fred.

United are ready to make a £50 million bid for the Brazilian midfielder who is keen on playing in the Premier League. It will now be a straight fight between United and City to sign the ever consistent Shakhtar midfielder.

Leicester City name Harry Maguire price

With Arsenal, Spurs and Manchester United interested, Leicester City have named their price for centre-back Harry Maguire. The Sun has claimed that Leicester has demanded Maguire's suitors to open the bidding at £50 million.

The Foxes hope that a solid World Cup showing for the 25-year-old will help them in getting a good value for the defender.

#5 Rest of the world

Off to the Far East?

Chelsea line up £35 million move for Jean-Michael Serri

Chelsea are looking to make an early move for the Nice midfielder in the summer. The Mirror reports that the Blues are plotting a £35 million bid for Serri.

The box to box player is attracted towards playing in the Premier League but will reportedly wait for Chelsea to announce their next manager before committing to the club.

Mousa Dembele to China?

According to the Independent, Mousa Dembele is looking to end his Premier League stint this summer and is eager to try out a new challenge. It is reported that the Chinese Super League attracts the Belgian despite having interest from a number of Serie A clubs.

Dembele will be a free agent next summer which is why the Lilywhites are looking to cash in on him this time around.