Man Utd hit by Ugarte blow as midfield chase intensifies
A look back at Man Utd’s record buys highlights Roy Keane in 1993, Andy Cole in 1995 and Angel Di Maria’s £59.7m arrival in 2014, outlining contrasting outcomes of marquee spending.
Ex-Man Utd striker Wout Weghorst will join Twente after leaving Ajax, reuniting with Erik ten Hag, now Twente’s sporting director. The move follows his Ajax exit after 20 goals in 65 games.
Newcastle have shortlisted Borussia Dortmund’s Felix Nmecha, who has a £73.5m release clause, potentially posing competition to Man Utd after their move for Ederson. The Magpies could try to negotiate below the clause.
Southampton have set a £30m price for Shea Charles. Leeds have had bids rejected, with Man Utd and Everton linked. The 22-year-old, under contract for the final 12 months, made 31 Championship appearances last season.
AC Milan have been offered Mason Mount in a cut-price deal of less than £20m. Ruben Amorim has given the ‘green light’ and previously praised Mount, with Man Utd open to offloading the injury-hit midfielder.
Manuel Ugarte, on Man Utd’s books, suffered a suspected serious cruciate ligament injury playing for Uruguay vs Spain at the World Cup. Further tests are pending, and a potential 9-12 month lay-off would hit United’s midfield plans.
Inter plan a five-year deal for Pio Esposito after a breakout season. Alfredo Pedulla says Man Utd and Leicester tracked him during his Spezia spell, while Napoli pondered a big move last summer.
Man Utd’s 18-year-old striker Chido Obi-Martin is in talks over a loan to FC Koln for regular minutes, with the club believing a move to Germany would aid his development.
Ex-Man Utd forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic grew emotional on TV as Bosnia and Herzegovina reached the World Cup knockouts for the first time after beating Qatar 3-1.
Manchester United are touted to hold a new advantage for next season not seen since Sir Alex Ferguson, though specifics are not detailed.
Profile outlines Ruben Amorim’s Sporting success, difficult Manchester United stint and tactical ideas as he takes over AC Milan, noting Michael Carrick revived United after Amorim’s sacking.
Report hints Chris Vivell is driving a push for an £87m Pogba-like midfield signing for Man Utd in a major summer overhaul, with few details disclosed.
Leeds have opened talks to sign an ‘exciting’ player once close to joining Man Utd in 2023, as Daniel Farke targets key additions. No name or fee is disclosed.
Roy Keane and Gary Neville rowed on ITV over Steve Clarke’s Scotland exit, debating cautious tactics versus squad quality, with Scott McTominay and John McGinn namechecked.
Report teases Man Utd’s intense pursuit of a Hojlund-like youngster, amid concern over paying a premium. No further details are provided.
Man Utd have made direct contact with West Ham and Mateus Fernandes’ camp, aiming to beat Tottenham. The Hammers want £80m, while Spurs are circling with around £75m plus increased wages. United are ready to improve terms.
Ex-Spurs scout Bryan King tips Cristian Romero to leave after the arrivals of Marcos Senesi and Jan Paul van Hecke. Reports claim Man Utd are preparing an offer to pair him with Lisandro Martínez, with Atlético Madrid, Barcelona and Real Madrid also linked.
Marcus Rashford, back from a Barcelona loan, prefers not to join any Premier League club amid Spurs interest. United want a sale and could cut the price to around £25m if no one triggers his £40m clause, which excludes Manchester City and Liverpool.
