Man Utd information: £427m ace eyed as Michael Carrick ‘in talks’ over switch for ‘high goal’
Manchester United are eyeing a young star with a whopping £427million release clause and hoping to shift an Old Trafford flop for Michael Carrick
Michael Carrick wants to welcome new signings at Manchester United(Image: Manchester United via Getty Images)
Manchester United are weighing up more midfield options as Michael Carrick also looks to trim his squad by moving on deadwood.
In a summer of change that has seen five new arrivals so far, the Premier League giants have been linked with another new signing, with targets including Brighton’s Carlos Baleba, Bournemouth’s Alex Scott and Roma’s Manu Kone. Now, a Barcelona talent has surfaced as another possibility following the youngster’s breakthrough campaign with the Catalan titans.
Meanwhile, the Red Devils might finally be about to shift one of the biggest flops of the doomed Erik ten Hag reign, with a European giant sniffing around a star who has failed to make the grade in England. Here’s all the latest news from Old Trafford.
Michael Carrick has revamped his Manchester United squad this summer(Image: Ash Donelon/Manchester United via Getty Images)
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Barcelona star’s position becomes clear
Barcelona star Marc Bernal is said to be on Manchester United’s radar but may choose to remain with his boyhood club, reports the Mirror.
The 19-year-old savoured a breakthrough season last year, scoring five goals and clocking up 35 appearances – enough to earn his Spain debut.
Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo reports United are among numerous clubs to have expressed interest in the 6ft 4in defensive midfielder.
The Barcelona star has been linked with Manchester United(Image: Ricardo Larreina/Europa Press via Getty Images)
Premier League competitors Arsenal and Chelsea, alongside Roma and Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Nassr, have also been connected with the teenager.
Nevertheless, Mundo Deportivo suggests Bernal maintains “absolute loyalty” to Barcelona.
Bernal remains contracted until 2029 and his agreement reportedly features a massive £427million release clause.
Man Utd ‘in talks’ over £30m deal
Joshua Zirkzee is being eyed by Juventus(Image: Getty Images)
Manchester United are reportedly in discussions with Juventus regarding a deal that could see Joshua Zirkzee finally depart Old Trafford.
The 25-year-old flop has found it difficult to secure a consistent place in the team since his arrival from Bologna for £36.5m in 2024.
The Sun reports the Erik ten Hag signing represents a “top target” for Juve, who are spearheading the race for his services.
It’s suggested the clubs are “in talks” regarding a loan arrangement which would feature a £30m obligation to purchase.
The Serie A outfit are believed to have switched their focus to Zirkzee following their inability to secure a transfer for Paris Sant-Germain’s Randal Kolo Muani.
Meanwhile, the Netherlands international is purportedly “keen” on linking up with Juventus.
Zirkzee has featured in 75 matches during his two seasons at United, netting just nine goals.
