Manchester United are playing big in the market. The Red Devils are reportedly on the verge of sealing Ederson's £35 million move from Atalanta, but that is just the appetizer. The main course is a massive Man Utd Tchouameni move that could shake up the Premier League midfield.
Diario AS reports that United officials are preparing a trip to Madrid to discuss the French international. The price tag? A staggering £85 million. Real Madrid have made it clear: if he leaves, the fee must surpass that mark. It is a heavy price, but United are desperate for leadership in the middle.
Eh! The money is madness, but the talent is undeniable. While the player is reportedly eager to stay in Spain, the history of deals between these two clubs—like the Raphael Varane move—could make this happen.
Why is Marcel Desailly backing a Man Utd Tchouameni move?
Legendary former Chelsea and France defender Marcel Desailly thinks the move makes total sense. Speaking to sportscasting.com, Desailly didn't mince words. He believes the magnetism of Old Trafford is still enough to lure the midfielder away from the Bernabeu.
Desailly pointed to Tchouameni's leadership as the deciding factor. He even compared him to Konaté, stating that he would choose Tchouameni every time because of the player's raw desire. To add a bit of flavor, Desailly admitted he loves the man because he wears the number 8 shirt—the same one the legend wore during his playing days.
Despite a difficult season in Spain, the Frenchman's leadership is exactly what the Red Devils have been missing. The man is cooking in terms of profile, and adding him to a midfield that already looks to be getting Ederson would be a statement of intent.
Will Real Madrid sell the French midfielder?
Madrid aren't selling cheap. The £85 million demand is a steep wall, and the player's preference to stay in Spain adds another layer of drama. However, United's officials are still booking their flights to Madrid to negotiate.
It is a high-stakes game of poker. If United can convince the player that the Premier League project is bigger than staying in Spain, the deal could go through. For Ugandan fans who love the glamour of the Galacticos, seeing a star of this magnitude move to Manchester would be the biggest talking point of the summer.
Is Ederson joining Manchester United?
Yes, reports suggest United are on the verge of completing a £35 million deal for Ederson from Atalanta.
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Source: Mirror
