The arrivals of Matthijs de Ligt and Robert Lewandowski could herald the start of other high-profile transfers across Europe's major leagues, with Barcelona and Real Madrid eager to spend.
Kounde, Jules
Jules Kounde may be on his way to Chelsea or Barcelona.
The major transfers of Matthijs de Ligt and Robert Lewandowski have sparked the European transfer market into life.
De Ligt, a Dutch defender, has joined Bayern Munich on a five-year contract worth £65.6 million. Barcelona has signed Poland striker Robert Lewandowski on a four-year contract worth £42.6 million from Bayern Munich.
He has arrived in Miami to join his new teammates as part of Barcelona's four-match tour of the United States. Mirror.co.uk is now looking at other potential candidates.
After signing attacking target Robert Lewandowski, Barcelona is expected to shift their transfer focus.
Chelsea target Jules Kounde is on manager Xavi Hernandez's wishlist, as he seeks to strengthen his defense despite the addition of Andreas Christensen.
Sevilla's €60 million asking price has been a major stumbling block, as have Barça's attempts to offer a player in exchange. According to journalist Gerard Romero, Sevilla may be willing to accept a player-plus-cash deal for Kounde, which would see Barcelona sign the French international for €35-40 million.
Real Madrid is planning a move for the Brazilian wonderkid.
Real Madrid are reportedly interested in signing 18-year-old Brazilian wonderkid Matheus Nascimento on a free transfer during the summer transfer window of 2023.
According to the Spanish publication Fichajes, Real Madrid may not pursue Nascimento during the summer transfer window this year. Instead, the Spanish giants will try to sign the Brazilian prodigy next year, when he could leave Botafogo as a free agent.
Guardiola discusses Neymar connections
According to 90 minutes news, Pep Guardiola has played down reports that Manchester City has been offered the chance to sign Neymar.
Despite new boss Christophe Galtier's assurances that he fits into his plans, the Brazilian superstar has been heavily linked with a move away from the French capital this summer.
According to reports, PSG approached Manchester City about Bernardo Silva, who is also wanted by Barcelona, and were willing to include Neymar as a makeweight. When asked about them during Man City's tour of the United States, Guardiola was quick to deny their veracity. "I'm sorry, but that's not true," Guardiola responded.
"Their information is incorrect; Neymar is an incredible player, and from what I've heard, he's an incredibly nice guy. But this is incorrect."
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