Manchester United are interested in signing Brighton defensive midfielder Moises Caicedo, but a deal for Juventus’ Adrien Rabiot seems increasingly unlikely.
The club failed to meet Rabiot’s wage demands after reaching a broad agreement with Juventus on a £15m fee.
With just over two weeks left before the transfer window, United are weighing other midfield options, with Caicedo on the horizon.
Brighton have no intention of selling, but United are expected to make an offer. The 20-year-old Ecuadorian international won his 2–1 win at Old in his opening game at Trafford, where Graham his Potter’s side made United’s new coach Eric his ten his first in The Hague as manager. I was impressed that I let you lose in the game of.
Real Madrid’s Casemiro is also in the news.
Use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player
Moises Caicedo took the lead in Brighton’s 4-0 win over Man United last season
Caicedo, who only made his Premier League debut for Brighton for Arsenal in April, has made his last 10 starts and 12 appearances in all competitions for the club, making him a regular in Potter’s first team.
United have long been fans of Caicedo and were considering signing him when he joined Brighton from Ecuadorian club Independiente del Valle in February 2021.
However, Brighton’s transfer policy is to only sell at the right price at the right time.
United will have internal discussions on whether to formalize their interest with a formal tender.
Caicedo, who is under contract with Brighton until the summer of 2025, scored his first Premier League goal in a 4-0 win over United at the Amex Stadium in May.
Caicedo impressing in midfield at Old Trafford in Brighton’s opener victory over United
Caicedo, who made his debut for Seagulls in the League Cup win at Cardiff in August 2021, was recalled in January after spending the first half of last season on loan at Belgian side Beerschod.
Caicedo is also likely to be a key player for Ecuador at the World Cup in Qatar, earning 23 caps and scoring two goals for the national team.
Use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player
Watch Free: Highlights from Brighton’s Premier League victory over Manchester United
Last October, he scored in Ecuador’s 4-2 win over Uruguay, becoming the first player born in the 21st century to score in a CONMEBOL World Cup qualifier.
Brighton have already sold two key players to Premier League sides this summer after Marc Cucurella moved to Chelsea in a £60m deal and midfielder Yves Bisouma to Tottenham for £35m. .
Caicedo’s interest comes amid waning optimism for De Jong’s deal.
Manchester United’s interest in Caicedo comes as optimism about signing the Barcelona midfielder is waning. Frenkie de Jong.
Use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player
De Telegraaf’s Marcel van der Kran says Manchester United have officially withdrawn their offer for Frenkie de Jong.
United have not given up hopes of signing De Jong as they feel Barça want a broad deal worth £72m.
United also believe the Dutch international would like to come, but they know the potential move has been around much longer than they had hoped or expected.
sky sports news It is said that “the door is not closed yet” regarding the deal with De Jong, but a transfer could happen as “the credibility is not high”.
United have been looking at other options all summer long, given De Jong’s contract issues. He only has 16 days left, so another option may need to be triggered immediately.
Meanwhile, United are seeking to sign the goalkeeper after Dean Henderson was loaned to Nottingham Forest.
United want a three-man keeper pool capable of playing in the first team, with David De Gea currently number one and Tom Heaton number two.
United interested in a forward deal this summer
United also remain in the forward player market, like PSV Eindhoven. Cody Gakpo curious player.
Use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player
Dutch football expert Marcel van der Klaan explains from a Dutch perspective why Cody Gakpo is so highly regarded in Europe
However, United have paid tribute to PSV’s involvement in Champions League qualifying and are likely to sign the 23-year-old in the final week of the season.
in Stuttgart Sasa Karadžić United are also eyeing a player, entering the final year of his contract and wanting to move to United, so the Austrian could be available at a reasonable price.
Use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player
Watch Free: Highlights from Brentford’s match against Manchester United in the Premier League
United offered the chance to sign Atletico Madrid Alvaro Morata With former Chelsea striker interested in Ten Hag’s side.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang Another forward brought to United during negotiations with Barcelona, but as it stands, Chelsea are pushing to sign him and their interest has gone no further.
Cristiano Ronaldo may get his Manchester United exit wish come true Chelsea, Atletico senior numbers not convincing
Use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player
Kaveh Solhekol discusses whether Manchester United’s stance on Cristiano Ronaldo is softening as uncertainty still surrounds his future at the club
Cristiano Ronaldo Ten Hag could be cleared to leave United this month if he decides it would be better for the club to leave.
United’s position remains unchanged and Ronaldo is not for sale. He still has a year left on his contract and United have the option to extend it for another 12 months.
Use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player
Speaking to MNF, Jamie Carragher analyzes Manchester United manager Eric ten Hag’s decision to let his team play from behind
sky sports news On Monday, it reported that Atletico Madrid and Chelsea were two of Ronaldo’s potential destinations if United changed their stance and let him go.
But there are executives at both clubs who are not convinced that Ronaldo should be signed.
Follow the summer transfer window with Sky Sports
Who will move before the transfer window closes this summer? 11:00 p.m. on September 1?
Stay up to date with all the latest transfer news and rumors on our dedicated Transfer Center blog. sky sports digital platform.You can also keep up with the ins, outs, and analytics Sky sports news.