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Erik ten Hag is keen to strengthen his midfield this summer with players like Casemiro and Christian Eriksen starting to falter. Unfortunately for United however, the club may be set to miss out on one of their key targets, with the Spanish midfielder set to join rivals Liverpool.
When it comes to the midfield, United have been solely focus on PSG’s Manuel Ugarte for some time now. However, the deal is still not complete with the two clubs struggling to agree a transfer fee.
However, by holding out for Ugarte, United are falling behind in the race for a number of their alternate targets.
The Red Devils looked to AS Monaco’s Youssouf Fofana, however AC Milan now appear to be front runners in negotiations, whilst Arsenal appear to be in the lead to sign Adrien Rabiot.
Now, United look set to miss out on another one of their targets.
Liverpool set to sign Martin Zubimendi
Whilst United have been looking at Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi as a strong option alongside Kobbie Mainoo, it looks like Liverpool have beaten them to it.
Reports from Spainish publication Relevo have announced that Zubimendi has agreed to a move to Anfield.
Previously the midfielder has rejected the likes of Arsenal, Bayern Munich and Barcelona, however he seems to be quite happy with a move to join Arne Slot’s side.
The 25-year-old had a great showing at Euro 2024 in Germany, where he was part of the Spanish team to lift the trophy. The energy he showed throughout his four appearances at the tournament showed what he was capable, injecting pace into the game when he came onto the pitch.
It’s unsurprising that so many top teams have been knocking on Sociedad’s door for the star, however this could be a wake up call for United.
With a number of players now appearing to be swaying elsewhere, the Red Devils seem to be on the back foot for a number of major targets as the transfer window draws on.
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