Football Transfer round-up (17 June): Kane to United next summer; Dejan Kulusevski joins Spurs on permanent deal

Looking at the key transfer news for the day

The international break is going on and so is the transfer business. Teams in the top five leagues and in Saudi Pro League are monitoring the situation of their targets and looking to persuade them.

Tottenham Hotspur completed the permanent signing of Dejan Kulusevski from Juventus. The Swedish playmaker will look to achieve new heights at North London. He spent a season and a half at Spurs before joining them permanently.

Spurs signed him for £25 million and on a five-year deal.

Let's look at the transfer round-up for the day.

Manchester United will wait for Harry Kane

Manchester United have not given up their hopes to sign Harry Kane. After Daniel Levy denied Kane's sale to direct rivals, the Red Devils are now prepared to wait until his contract gets over next summer. The Athletic has reported that United won't pursue the deal this season and wait for next season.

Atalanta put a heavy price tag on Hojlund

Rasmus Hojlund won't be available at a low price to Manchester United. The Athletic reported that Manchester United were ready to pay £ 40 million but Atalanta made it clear that they want £ 86 million for the young sensation.

The Red Devils eye another alternative

Manchester United are unlikely to match Atalanta's demands for Hojlund. Instead, they have found a new target. According to the Athletic, Erik ten Hag's men have shortlisted Ollie Watkins after a decent season with Aston Villa.

Modric going nowhere

There is good news for Real Madrid fans as Luka Modric has reportedly decided to stay in the Spanish capital. After receiving a few offers from Saudi Pro League clubs, the Croatian maestro has decided to reject them. Gianluca Di Marzio claimed that Al-Hilal had offered him €200 million over three years. Reports are coming that Modric will extend his stay by signing a one-year contract.

Arsenal prepare an improved bid for Kai Havertz

Arsenal are set to launch their second bid for Chelsea's forward, Kai Havertz. The bid is expected to be around £60 million. According to the Guardian, the Gunners believe that in order to sell the German, Chelsea would have to accept a bid of less than £70 million, their asking price.

Barcelona targets Argentine midfielder

Barcelona are looking to bring in some new faces and their recent target is Argentina's midfielder, Giovani Lo Celso. Sky Sports have reported that he could be staying in Spain once again. According to reports, Xavi likes the player and wants him at the club.

Three-way race for Nicolo Barella

Chelsea have been the latest team linked with Inter Milan's Nicolo Barella. Newcastle United and Liverpool are also targeting the Italian midfielder. Il Corriere dello Sport reported that Chelsea have made an offer to exchange the player for Romelu Lukaku.

Another star to Al Nassr?

Cristiano Ronaldo could be joined by Hakim Ziyech at Al Nassr. According to Footmercato, the Saudi Pro League club is in advanced talks to sign the playmaker from Chelsea. It looks like Aubameyand will also play in Saudi Arabia next season.