Without further ado, let’s take a look at the top transfer news, rumours and updates that made headlines on 22 July 2019.

Barcelona to pull Neymar out of his misery with a one-year loan deal

Neymar Jr.’s situation at Paris Saint-Germain seems to be growing worse by the day. The Brazilian didn’t look very happy or excited as Paris Saint-Germain lifted the Trophee des Championes after defeating Rennes 2-1 thanks to goals from Kylian Mbappe and Angel di Maria.

Now as per the latest reports, the Brazilian might just finally get his wish before the transfer window is over. Barcelona have been struggling to convince Paris Saint-Germain to accept a cash + player deal as they’re short on funds after splurging heavily on Antoine Griezmann.

The latest reports claim that Barcelona and PSG are working on a loan deal to bring Neymar to the Camp Nou. If the deal goes over the line, Barcelona will sign their former player on a one-year loan deal with no purchase option.

If PSG agree to a loan deal, Barcelona hope to make advancements in negotiations over the course of the next year. The Catalans will also be able to break the bank next summer once the loan deal runs out and thus work out the deal in a manner that benefits all parties involved.

PSG are reportedly open to the idea as the Neymar situation looks destined to grow uglier with each day. It is clear as day that the Brazilian does not want to kick on in Ligue 1. Neymar is reportedly sold on the idea of signing for Barcelona on a loan deal. In fact, he seems willing to pretty much anything to force a move to the Camp Nou.

Moise Kean signs for Everton, Junior Firpo signs for Barcelona

Two done deals today. Sensational youngster Moise Kean has joined Everton from Juventus for an undisclosed fee. He signed a 5-year deal which will tie him to the club till 2024. On joining the Toffees, Kean said,

Meanwhile, Barcelona have also announced the signing of Junior Firpo from Real Betis. The deal is worth €18 million + €12 million in add-ons. Firpo has signed a 5-year deal.

Celtic manager Neil Lennon says Kieran Tierney is far from being fully recovered

Celtic boss Neil Lennon has just poured a bottle of cold water over Arsenal fans’ growing interest in Kieran Tierney by claiming that the full-back is far from having recovered completely from a double hernia operation he had earlier this year and that he still feels pain when he kicks the ball.

However, he refused to deny the claims that another bid could come in for the youngster before the transfer window shuts.

Lennon said:

Harry Maguire reaches Carrington to undergo medical at Manchester United

Harry Maguire is now hours away from being announced as a Manchester United player. The English centre-back was spotted leaving a hotel in the middle of the city today morning and was then snapped at Carrington. He reportedly is in Carrington to meet Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and his new teammates.

Maguire will join the Red Devils on an £80 million deal. He will thus become the most expensive defender on the planet going past Virgil Van Dijk who was signed by Liverpool in the winter transfer window of 2018 for a sum of £75 million.

Solskjaer, speaking to the press after United’s win against AC Milan in their pre-season game, confirmed the arrival of Maguire and said that he hopes to see an announcement soon.

Van de Beek confirms Real Madrid talks, Ole confirms Pogba will stay at Manchester United

It has been confirmed by none other than Donny Van de Beek himself that Real Madrid have entered into talks to sign him from Ajax.

Speaking after Ajax’s 2-2 draw with Vitesse in the first Eredivisie game of the season, Van de Beek said,

Meanwhile, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer confirmed that Pogba will remain a Manchester United player beyond the summer. On being asked whether Pogba missing the trip to Cardiff is a question on his commitment to the club, Ole said:

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