FC Barcelona offer Dembele + €80 million for Chelsea superstar, Neymar names three demands to join Real Madrid and more: Transfer round-up, July 17, 2018

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Real Madrid or FC Barcelona? Where will Hazard go?

FC Barcelona preparing a massive offer for Eden Hazard

A successful World Cup campaign for Eden Hazard has attracted the biggest of clubs towards him. FC Barcelona are now looking to hijack a move for the Chelsea superstar from under Real Madrid's noses. A prime candidate to replace Cristiano Ronaldo, Real Madrid have been stunned by Chelsea's £200 million Hazard valuation.

According to Don Balon, Barcelona are not fazed by Chelsea's stance and are ready to include Ousmane Dembele in the deal. The Catalans believe that a Dembele + €80 million offer will be enough to lead Chelsea into surrendering their talisman.

Real Madrid confident of holding onto Gareth Bale

The Telegraph has revealed that Gareth Bale has had positive talks with Julen Lopetugui over his future. It is believed that Real Madrid are now confident of keeping Bale in their roster. The Welshman yesterday had a meeting with the new manager, where Lopetegui reportedly told him that he was integral in the boss' Bernabeu plans. This is expected to end Manchester United's interest in the star winger.