There's some truth to this. I heard last night that we spoke to Madrid in recent days, which was mainly for standard enquiries. Obviously there's also Camavinga there, but I'm presuming United are just trying to see if Tchouameni is fully impossible after signing a new deal.
رسميًا: الجهاز الفني الجديد لريال مدريد
🇵🇹 جوزيه مورينيو – المدير الفني
🇵🇹 جواو ترالهاو – المدرب المساعد
🇵🇹 بيدرو ماتشادو – مساعد فني
🇩🇪 سامي خضيرة – مساعد فني
🇵🇹 نونو سانتوس – مدرب حراس المرمى
🇵🇹 أنطونيو دياس – مدرب اللياقة البدنية
🇮🇹 أنطونيو بينتوس – مدرب اللياقة البدنية
🇵🇹 ساندرو كاريسو – أخصائي علوم الرياضة والفسيولوجيا
🇮🇹 روبرتو ميريلا – رئيس قسم تحليل الأداء.
🚨💣: Manchester United’s midfield search latest. 🔴👀 #MUFC
As widely reported, Manchester United are looking to sign a third midfielder this summer. The club have a very clear understanding internally of the profile they want, but they’re also being disciplined financially.
My understanding is that United are not prepared to pay £80m-£100m upfront for midfield targets such as Carlos Baleba, Adam Wharton or Alex Scott. The club believe those valuations are currently too high.
Instead, United would be more comfortable structuring deals in the £65m-£75m range, potentially rising through achievable add-ons if required. A package around £80m including bonuses is far more realistic than paying that figure outright. 💰
Behind the scenes, United have already held discussions with several players’ camps to assess availability and interest.
As I previously reported, there have been conversations with Alex Scott’s representatives, while contacts have also taken place regarding Adam Wharton. Agent discussions around Manu Koné have been positive, although nothing is advanced at this stage.
Carlos Baleba remains admired internally. Talks haven’t taken place recently, but they could be reopened should United decide to seriously pursue him later in the window.
Another name under consideration is João Gomes, although my understanding is that nothing concrete has developed there. At this stage, much of the movement appears to be coming from the player’s representatives rather than the club.
United are looking for a midfielder capable of operating in that deeper role someone who can offer defensive protection and eventually succeed Casemiro.
One thing I’ve consistently been told is that the club are working much more discreetly in the market than in previous years. Not every discussion becomes public, and they remain open to moving quickly should the right opportunity arise.
As for Ayyoub Bouaddi, United admire him enormously, which has also been reported elsewhere. Initial conversations with his camp have taken place, and the player was open to hearing United’s project.
However, Bouaddi wants to assess all of his options before making any decision. Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool and other clubs are all in the picture, with City currently among those pushing hardest.
Game time and his long-term development remain the biggest priorities for the player.
For now, United’s focus remains on finding the right midfielder at the right price rather than overpaying simply because a player is available.
Let’s see what happens. 👀🔴
#MUFC | #Transfers | #PremierLeague
🚨🔴 Man Utd will remain active for another midfielder after completing the signings of Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans. The plan is to add a third midfield option, ideally #MUFC want someone who can cover ground, play at high intensity, and offer strong defensive qualities.
🚨🇧🇷 Understand Newcastle had made an approach for Andrey Santos in the last 24hrs, matching Chelsea’s fee and offering him a more lucrative wage. However, the 22yo gave full priority to Man Utd, which impressed #MUFC hierarchy and pushed them to try and close the deal quickly.
🚨💣 BREAKING: Andrey Santos to Manchester United — DONE DEAL. #MUFC
THE TIME HAS ARRIVED!
Manchester United and Chelsea have reached a full agreement for the transfer of Andrey Santos in a deal worth £50m (£48m fixed plus £2m in add-ons). ✅🤝
The player has agreed personal terms with Manchester United and has now been given permission by Chelsea to travel and complete the transfer. ✍️🇧🇷
As I previously reported, Santos is set to sign a FIVE-YEAR contract, with a possible club option for a sixth year a structure United favour for young, high-potential players. 🔴📄
Medical tests are expected to take place this week, with further updates to follow. 👨⚕️⏳
Welcome to Manchester, Andrey Santos. 🇧🇷❤️
#MUFC | #AndreySantos | #Transfers | #TheTimeHasArrived
BREAKING: Manchester United agree £50m deal with Chelsea to sign midfielder Andrey Santos.
The agreement is broken up into a guaranteed £48m payment plus £2m in add-ons with a 10 percent sell-on clause 🚨
🗣️ Tchouameni: “Leaving Madrid for Manchester United. Was it a difficult decision?” 🤔
🗣️ Varane: “I needed something different… I celebrated the Carabao Cup and FA cup more than winning the champions league…” 😂
🚨🎙️ | Gary Neville:
“Honestly, you watch [Cristian] Romero and [Lisandro] Martinez and they’re the BEST WORST centre halves in the world.
“They give goals away constantly, but they don’t CARE about giving goals away because then they’ll score goals at the other end, and they have massive personalities and they keep going.
“They don’t give in and they fight, and they fight, and they fight.”
[@itvfootball]
🚨 | BREAKING : AURÉLIEN TCHOUAMÉNI 🇫🇷
Manchester United have scheduled talks with Real Madrid for Aurélien Tchouaméni in the next days, serious interest! 🇫🇷🚨#MUFC
Real Madrid are open to selling Aurélien Tchouaméni during the current transfer window but will only consider an important package worth around €90m-€100m. 💰🤝🏻
Aurélien Tchouaméni remains Manchester United's dream midfield signing, with the club now preparing to discuss a potential operation with Real Madrid for this summer. 💣💥
Manchester United continue to prioritise Aurélien Tchouaméni ahead of other midfield targets, with the French international remaining the club's preferred option. 👀🔴
Nothing is guaranteed or imminent at this stage, but the situation is progressing with formal discussions between the clubs expected to begin soon. ⏳️🤝🏻
One to keep a very close eye on in the coming days as Manchester United step up their pursuit. 🚨💥
Exclusive 💣
We understand a £70m bid was submitted for Aurélien Tchouaméni this afternoon from an English club.
We believe this club is Manchester United.
Real Madrid is expected to reject the bid.
🚨| From my understanding, wages aren’t expected to be an issue.
United have planned financially for this deal and are prepared to commit a significant fee, but only for this specific player.
If Real Madrid decide to sell, the expectation is that United will submit a strong offer capable of being seriously considered.
Let’s see how it develops. 👀🔴#MUFC
🚨💣 As we all know, United have decided to increase their efforts to get this deal completed as soon as possible. 🔴👀 #MUFC
My understanding is that United have improved their contract offer to the player, with the updated proposal set to be submitted alongside their official bid. ✍️
The fee being prepared is one West Ham are expected to seriously consider, and could ultimately accept.
I’ve been told the package is likely to be worth around £70m+ and could potentially rise towards the £80m mark through add-ons, although the final structure is still being discussed. 💰
The player’s stance remains unchanged.
Mateus Fernandes wants Manchester United and believes in the project being presented to him. However, if a move to Old Trafford cannot be agreed, he would be open to joining Tottenham Hotspur. 👀
From Tottenham’s side, there is confidence that they have done everything possible. Despite recent noise around the situation, it’s understood the player has given positive signals to both clubs, although United believe they still have the edge and remain his priority. 🤝
Both Manchester United and Tottenham are now in advanced stages of their pursuit, with further discussions expected over the coming days and weeks.
Tottenham have the financial backing and remain very confident, while United believe they have won over the player and that his preference could prove decisive.
West Ham are aware of Tottenham’s strong proposal and are prepared to accept the right offer. At the same time, United have significantly increased contacts in recent hours, both with the player’s camp and in club-to-club discussions, as they look to get ahead in the race. ⏳
This one is developing quickly.
Let’s see what happens.
#MUFC | #THFC | #MateusFernandes | #Transfers | #PremierLeague
🚨👀 Manchester United advances in talks to sign Matheus Fernandes from West Ham. The player prefers a move to Old Trafford and is waiting to see if a deal can be agreed between both sides before deciding on another club. 🔴 #MUFC