Real Madrid name six-man shortlist to replace Karim Benzema, Mourinho identifies Martial's replacements and more: Transfer round-up, July 23, 2018

Good evening, folks! Welcome to Sportskeeda's latest transfer news and rumours roundup. With the World Cup now behind us, the focus will rightly shift towards the all-important summer transfer period.

And as always, there are stories which will have huge repercussions on the transfer market. After scorching through papers and sources from all over Europe, we have managed to find transfer stories that made headlines on July 23, 2018:

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Premier League

Have we seen the last of Martial in a Man Utd shirt?

Manchester United prepare for life after Anthony Martial

It is widely believed that Anthony Martial and his representatives are trying their best to get the Frenchman out of Manchester United this summer. His agent has even publicly stated the same. ESPN has reported that United know Martial's intentions and have started work in replacing him.

Despite Jose Mourinho suggesting otherwise in his press conference the other day, it is believed that the manager does not want a disgruntled figure in his first-team squad. He is open to selling the 22-year-old for more than a reasonable price; United value him at around €100 million.

Bayern Munich, Juventus and Chelsea are all interested in the talented winger. Meanwhile, if United does let Martial go Mourinho will then try and attempt to get the likes of Ivan Perisic and Willian on board for his do-or-die season at Old Trafford.

The three-way race for Jack Grealish

Aston Villa's ownership troubles have made it necessary for them to sell players to comply with FFP regulations. Jack Grealish is the one that will sought them the highest of funds. Tottenham Hotspur have made Grealish their top summer target but according to the Mirror, Fulham and Crystal Palace have entered the race to sign the 22-year-old.

It is reported that Fulham and Palace have initiated talks with Villa in the past week or so and are looking to sign Grealish with the lure of a starring first-team role. But the youngster has his eyes set on a move to North London and play under Mauricio Pochettino. Grealish is expected to cost above £30 million.

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Serie A

AC Milan or Chelsea? Where will Pipita go?

AC Milan contact Gonzalo Higuain

According to Gazzetta Dello Sport, AC Milan have got in touch with Higuain's camp over a potential summer move. It is reported that Higuain has been offered a four-year contract, worth €4.5 million per year in wages for a move to the capital.

Chelsea are also in the race with Maurizio Sarri keen on a reunion with his former Napoli hitman. The Bianconeri are open to selling Higuain and have demanded €60 million from the interested parties.

Napoli keen on Matteo Darmian

The versatile fullback has been linked with a return to Serie A. Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has admitted that the Partenopei are looking at Darmian to solve their fullback issues.

The president told Radio Kiss Kiss, "There are five or six names on the list. We are monitoring Arias like Darmian, who can play on both flanks. Everybody would like to sign Darmian because of his versatility."

Bundesliga

On Manchester United's radar

Manchester United interested in Jerome Boateng

Kicker understands that Manchester United are monitoring the situation of Bayern Munich centre-back Jerome Boateng. The defender has been linked with a move away from the Bavarians with Paris Saint Germain also registering an interest.

United are eyeing a central defender this summer and have been regularly linked with Harry Maguire. Boateng is a cheaper substitute to Maguire as Bayern Munich will be willing to sell the World Cup winner in the price range of €50-60 million.

Fulham contact Borussia Dortmund over Andre Schurrle

The Cottagers have initiated talks with Borussia Dortmund over the sale of wantaway winger Andre Schurrle. The winger has been released from the club's tour of the USA to complete a summer move.

Lazio are also interested in the 27-year-old whereas Crystal Palace and Everton have also been offered the services of Schurrle, reports the Daily Mail.

La Liga

Karim Benzema to be sold this summer

Real Madrid name six-man shortlist to replace Karim Benzema

After Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema is the next big player on the list to be sold by Real Madrid this summer. Florentino Perez is eyeing wholesome changes this summer and signing a new striker is high on his agenda. Along with Eden Hazard, a top striker is on Real Madrid's radar to replace Cristiano Ronaldo's goals in the team.

According to Don Balon, Real Madrid have six strikers on their minds to replace Karim Benzema and in a way, Cristiano Ronaldo. The list is - Harry Kane, Robert Lewandowski, Edinson Cavani, Mauro Icardi, Timo Werner and Rodrigo.

FC Barcelona targeting Moussa Wague

Mundo Deportivo reports that Barcelona have been left impressed by young Senegalese fullback Moussa Wague. The teenager shone at the World Cup and is also a regular for Belgian side KAS Eupen. Barcelona intend to use Sergi Roberto in midfield and are hence looking to use Wague to challenge Nelson Semedo.

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Rest of the world

Wolves' latest Portuguese acquisition

Joao Moutinho all set to become a Wolves player

The AS Monaco midfielder is on his way to Wolves. According to Sky Sports, Joao Moutinho is all set to sign a two-year deal at the Molineux with a £5 million fee agreed between the two clubs. Moutinho is represented by Jorge Mendes - a man with close ties to Wolves. The playmaker has made over 600 appearances in his club career.

Brighton closing in on Alireza Jahanbakhsh

De Telegraaf has revealed that Brighton and Hove Albion are close in reaching an agreement for AZ Alkmaar forward Alireza Jahanbakhsh. The Iranian hitman was the top scorer of the Dutch league last season and is now closing in on a €25 million move to the Premier League.