Manchester United’s preparations for the new season continue to gather pace, with manager Ruben Amorim determined to reshape the spine of his team.
Despite the recent arrival of new coaching staff and ongoing talks for multiple attacking signings, it’s in goal where Amorim is now pushing hardest.
Concerns around Andre Onana’s inconsistency have not eased, and the Cameroonian’s standing at Old Trafford has reportedly dropped, with the manager keen on a more experienced and reliable shot-stopper.
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Ederson’s likely departure from Manchester City to Saudi Arabia has sparked a goalkeeper chase across the Premier League — and both Manchester clubs are now circling the same target.
United and City are both in the race to sign FC Porto captain Diogo Costa, who is ready to end his six-year stay at the Estadio do Dragao and pursue a new challenge abroad.
Diogo Costa, 25, has made it clear to his inner circle that he feels this is the right time to move on, with a strong preference to play in the Premier League, which he sees as the perfect stage to elevate his career.
His current release clause stands at €75 million, but Porto are reportedly willing to accept offers in the region of €60 million due to the current financial climate, especially for goalkeepers, as reported by A Bola.
Ruben Amorim has identified Costa as his ideal No.1, with sources suggesting he has formally requested the Portuguese international from the United board, citing the keeper’s exceptional distribution and leadership.
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Despite missing the entire Club World Cup group stage through a thigh injury, Costa’s stock remains high, thanks in part to his heroics for Portugal in the UEFA Nations League final, where he played a key role in the penalty shootout win over Spain.
While his wages at Porto reflect his senior status — one of the club’s highest earners — Costa is also looking to improve his financial situation, and a Premier League move would offer a significant increase in salary.
Talks are expected to accelerate after the Club World Cup, with Porto already preparing contingency plans, including confidence in Claudio Ramos as a reliable successor.
Diogo Costa has already achieved everything possible with his boyhood club — now, Manchester United could offer him the platform to reach the next level.
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