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Hello and welcome back to the Manchester United Transfer News round-up for 9th June 2019. We are back with the top transfer stories of the day involving Manchester United and here are our top five picks for today.
Also Read: Manchester United Transfer News: June 8, 2019
#5 Benfica give United the green signal in their pursuit of Joao Felix
We start today's segment with news regarding Portugal's emerging star, Joao Felix. The 19-year-old had a breakthrough season with Benfica and caught the eye of many big clubs in Europe, including United. The word around Old Trafford was that Felix was the perfect player to dictate the United midfield for years. He was considered to be a player with abilities similar to Paul Scholes, a midfielder that United have missed for ages. It was one reason that Solskjaer was desperate to bring the youngster to Portuguese.
We had earlier reported that United were among the four clubs currently vying for the signature of the Benfica youngster; however, it was not clear if the Portuguese club was willing to sell the Portuguese this summer. Now, recent news suggests that Joao Felix will most definitely move this summer.
According to The Express, Benfica President Luis Filipe Vieira has revealed that if United are willing to meet the Portuguese's £107m release clause, it will be up to the player to decide if he wants to make a move to Old Trafford.
We sit down with players and they say: ‘President, I can earn five million euros, president, do not make me stay here,’ Joao Felix had a release clause of £53.4m (£60m) and we realised after two or three games that we must increase it to £107m (£120m).
But it is Joao Felix and his family who will decide if he stays. If someone bids £107m (€120m) it is not worth dreaming that he will stay. We are trying everything to ensure he stays. But the only way is if we sell him and keep him another year.
If not, Joao leaves. There is no room to negotiate further. He doesn’t want to. How will Benfica negotiate with someone after he is given a proposal of £5.34m (€6m) after tax?
It is clear that Felix has been offered a fantastic salary and you can also sense that the offer could be from Manchester United. It could be a short wait now before the Portuguese's future is sorted.
#4 United want Gareth Bale on Loan
According to the Mirror, Manchester United are ready to bring Bale to Old Trafford this season; however, they are only looking to get him on loan. The Welshman is out of Zidane's plans for next season, but the trouble is, Real cannot find any suitors for Bale, who will cost around £75m.
Even United, who are the long term admirers of the Welshman, are unwilling to pay such a huge sum for a player who has a history of injuries and inconsistencies. The Premier League Giants are, however, willing to opt for a season-long loan, with an option to extend the loan to another season. It is a scenario that suits Real Madrid, because the Welshman commands a huge £480,000 per week salary, which will have to be paid by United, in full or in part, during the tenure of the loan.
The United hierarchy are increasingly frustrated by the nature of the transfer window and believe that Bale might be the only marquee signing possible this summer. However, it all depends on whether the Welshman is willing to endure a season away from Champions League football.
#3 United interested in Dybala as a part of Pogba swap deal
The Daily Star reports that Manchester United have contacted Juventus over the possibilities of a deal for Paulo Dybala. And with the Serie A champions interested in bringing Pogba back to Turin, a swap deal might even be on the cards. It was earlier reported that both Real Madrid and Juventus were willing to secure the services of the Frenchman. Both clubs were offering a player swap deal, but United were reluctant to sell.
However, recent updates suggest that United could be coaxed into negotiating for Pogba's exit if a player + cash deal involving Dybala is put to the table. Dybala has been one of the players Juventus was previously offered as a part of the Pogba swap deal; however, the Old Lady is also willing to include Alex Sandro and Douglas Costa as a part of the deal.
It once again down to Solskjaer's willingness to let of his star player and Dybala's desire to play at least one season away from the Champions League.
#2 Solskjaer sets his sights on £150m Premier League duo
The Metro reports that Solskjaer is ready to spend big on two Premier League stars this summer. The Norwegian has set his eyes on Leicester City duo James Maddison and Harry Maguire, but both of them are valued very highly by the Foxes. While Maddison has a price tag of £60m, Maguire could cost United as high as £90m, which has caused the Red Devils quite a bit of worry.
However, United are willing to match Leicester City's evaluation if needed, as they look to turn their fortunes around next season under Solskjaer. Both Maddison and Maguire are said to be keen to stay at Leicester City, but United could convince the duo to be a part of an exciting new chapter at Old Trafford. Both players are proven in the league, with Maddison pipped to become a huge star for both club and country in the next few years.
Solskjaer is keen to add at least four more new faces before the star of July, after already securing his first signing of the season, Daniel James. But only time will tell if his pursuit of these two targets will be fruitful.
#1 Manchester United very close to signing Aaron Wan-Bissaka
And now, for today's biggest news of the day.
Manchester United have been on the hunt for a new right back this season, following the release of Club Captain Antonio Valencia. They have been linked with quite a few talented players, including PSG man Thomas Meunier and Crystal Palace's wan-Bissaka, as Solskjaer looks to find a first team member who can hit the ground running and also help Dalot in his development.
Now, according to Sky Sports, the Red Devils have submitted a substantial bid for Crystal Palace right back Aaron Wan-Bissaka, which means they could be very close to getting their man.
The Englishman has been one of the players of the season for his club and is also one of the best right backs in the league on current form. However, Palace are adamant in their evaluation of their star player and want at least £50m to let go of their man.
The right back position has become a priority for United this season and Wan-Bissaka, who is only 21 years old, could be a permanent solution to that problem. Now it remains to be seen if the two clubs can reach an agreement soon enough.
