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Hello and welcome to the daily Manchester United transfer round-up - your one-stop shop for all the latest Manchester United transfer news and rumours!
The Red Devils have been linked with a host of players all over Europe, with rumours of a major summer overhaul circling the club. A number of players look set to be shown the exit while Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has also made plans to sign new players.
On that note, let's have a look at the top stories featuring Manchester United in the rumour mill today.
Tanguy Ndombele gives update on future
Lyon playmaker Tanguy Ndombele has said that he is yet to make a decision regarding his future. The 22-year-old showcased a number of impressive displays over the course of this past season, resulting in a number of clubs vying for his signature.
When questioned about where he would be playing next season by Le Progres, Ndombele said,
"As I told my agents and the club, I’m not fixed yet, I have not made a decision."
The midfielder also confirmed that he was open to staying put at Lyon.
"Of course, I would see myself continuing with Lyon. The club will be in the Champions League, but I have not asked the question about whether to stay or not, and I have not spoken with the new staff."
Lyon have already rejected a bid from Premier League outfit Tottenham Hotspur for their star, while Manchester United, Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain remain keen on snapping up the Frenchman. In an attempt to ward off interest from potential suitors the French outfit have slapped a £71m price tag on the midfielder.
Solskjaer adds Ruben Dias to transfer wishlist
It's no secret that Manchester United are on the hunt for a sturdy defender to improve their ailing backline. Solskjaer has already drawn up a shortlist of potential defenders he would like to have at Old Trafford and it seems he has made a new addition to that list.
According to certain reports, the Red Devils are eyeing Ruben Dias as a suitable alternative for Kalidou Koulibaly, who will only be available for a mammoth price of £150m. On the contrary, the SL Benfica center-back can be snapped up for just £52m.
Dias is also six years younger than Koulibaly and would be a better option in the long term. However, the Portuguese defender's release clause could increase to £87m if Benfica manage to convince him to put pen to paper on a new contract.
Manchester United on red alert as Thomas Meunier hints at exit
Paris Saint-Germain right-back Thomas Meunier has dropped a bombshell regarding his future at the Parc des Princes. The Belgian has confirmed that he will leave the French champions on a free transfer if the club fail to offer him a new contract.
When asked about a potential free transfer by Les Parisien, Meunier replied,
“It's something that could suit me.”
“There have been phone calls since January with interested clubs. There are a dozen clubs, all of which are in the top five of their leagues."
Meunier has just twelve months left on his current contract and is waiting for an improved offer from Paris Saint-Germain. He has also confessed to being a Manchester United fan since his childhood.
Should Meunier be sold this summer, United could definitely be the front-runners in the race for his signature.
Manchester United plotting a raid for James Maddison
According to reports in England, Manchester United are prepared to enter negotiations to sign Leicester City star James Maddison this summer. The English playmaker joined The Foxes for £20m from Norwich City last summer.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has made signing the 22-year-old his priority and has contacted Leicester City about his availability. The Foxes have slapped a €60m price tag on their star - a sum United are rumoured to be ready to match.
Maddison has also revealed that he was a Manchester United fan growing up which makes him all the more prone to a move to Old Trafford. The likes of Liverpool, Tottenham and Manchester City have also kept an eye on him ever since he was a kid.
Transfer expert Duncan Castles has also backed Maddison to succeed Paul Pogba, who is being linked with an Old Trafford exit this summer.
Joao Felix and Bruno Hernandes
Manchester United have been embroiled in a transfer war with various clubs for Portuguese starlets Bruno Fernandes and Joao Felix. However, the Red Devils look keen on landing the duo and have stepped up their pursuits for both the players.
According to reports, United will send their scouts one last time to check Felix out in action in the UEFA Nations League games. Benfica want £120m for their young prodigy - a sum Manchester City are also prepared to offer.
Coming to the Bruno Fernandes saga, Ed Woodward has given the green light to complete a £71m deal for the 24-year-old playmaker. Fernandes is also being chased by cross-town rivals Manchester City. However, according to reports, the Red Devils are ready to outbid the Citizens for the player's signature.
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