Football transfer market: Movers and shakers
Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain have made Manchester United an irresistible offer while Real Madrid are interested in signing Mexico's World Cup star. Belgian ace Radja Nainggolan has switched to Inter Milan and Chelsea are close to signing Antonio Conte's replacement. Barcelona are no more interested in Sergej Milinkovic-Savic. Here are the top transfer rumors and news from today's European papers.
Barcelona no more interested in Milinkovic-Savic
Barcelona have been put off by the valuation of Lazio's Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and are no more interested in the youngster. As per reports, the club has put a price tag of €80 million on the young mid-fielder. Milinkovic-Savic is one of the most sought-after players, this summer, with the likes of Manchester United, Juventus and Real Madrid circling around the 23-year-old Serbian.
PSG offer cash plus Verratti for Pogba
United have been offered an irresistible deal by PSG. They want Paul Pogba and are willing to offer Verratti plus cash. Verratti is one of the finest mid-fielders and with Pogba keen to leave Manchester, it's unlikely United will come across a better deal. Earlier, it was reported that Verratti might sign a new deal with PSG, but now he could on the move.
Nainggolan completes Inter Milan switch
Inter Milan have confirmed the signing of Belgian mid-fielder Radja Nainggolan from Roma. Nainggolan, who made 203 Serie A appearances for Roma, has signed a four-year contract. Inter Milan are looking to boost their squad ahead of their Champions League return and they have, reportedly, paid a fee in the region of £21 million for the mid-fielder.
Maurizio Sarri is close to being Chelsea's new boss
Chelsea have reportedly agreed on a deal with Napoli to bring Maurizio Sarri to Stamford Bridge. Further, the reports in England claim that the Blues from London have paid a £4.5 million release clause for his services. Sarri has already identified several transfer targets, with Juventus defender Daniele Rugani likely to be his first signing.
Madrid shift focus to Herrera
Real Madrid's new manager Julen Lopetugi has identified Porto mid-fielder Hector Herrera as the number one target. The 28-year-old is having a wonderful World Cup with Mexico and the hierarchy at the Spanish capital have made a note of this.
