Man Utd assess midfield successors and €60m target
Piece hails a rising United talent alongside Kobbie Mainoo and Amad after standout moments at Old Trafford, suggesting INEOS have uncovered major value.
United eye Aurelien Tchouameni as Casemiro successor, aiming to repeat their Madrid raid, but face a near-impossible deal with his 2028 contract and Real planning a renewal unless the player pushes.
Jadon Sancho, out of contract at Man United in June, is contacted by an unnamed Italian club amid Dortmund interest. Villa will not keep him and United will not offer new terms.
Radja Nainggolan calls ex-United midfielder Scott McTominay ‘average’ despite his Napoli form, arguing he lacks technique to build play and rating himself higher at his peak.
Gary Neville recalls hating rooming with David Beckham at United due to clashing sleep times and his own messiness versus Beckham’s meticulous routine.
United are interested in Roma loanee Donyell Malen as well as Morgan Rogers, but Roma hold an option to buy after his 11 goals in 14 league games.
Fabrizio Romano says Marcus Rashford could return to United this summer, with Barcelona exploring alternatives to a permanent deal.
United consider a swap bid for Rafael Leao, potentially involving Rashford, Zirkzee and Ugarte, though a Zirkzee-Leao deal is seen as likeliest fit if Milan seek a striker.
Steve McClaren says he and Bruno Fernandes clashed once over not clapping fans after Newcastle’s 3-0 at Old Trafford, hails his passion and work-rate, and likens him to Roy Keane’s fiery edge.
United have repeatedly scouted Sunderland’s Noah Sadiki and view him as a priority target. Chelsea held fresh talks. Sunderland, contracted to 2030, want €50-60m to consider a sale.
Mohamed Salah posts training footage before visiting Old Trafford, but Arne Slot says he will not face United. Alisson is close but also doubtful as Liverpool travel.
United are 22 points better than last season under Michael Carrick, set for Champions League, while Liverpool are 24 worse off after heavy spend. Old Trafford showdown looms.
United are ready to offload up to nine players, with Casemiro, Sancho and Malacia set to leave on expiring deals and Napoli’s obligation to buy Hojlund. Targets include Anderson, Wharton, Tchouameni, Baleba and Tonali.
