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Manchester United have been linked with a move for a Liverpool star | YouTube: Fabrizio Romano
Man Utd have made it a priority to sign a midfielder in the summer transfer window.
Manchester United have been linked with a 'shock' move to sign Liverpool star Alexis MacAllister in the summer transfer window.
United will prioritise a midfield refresh at the end of the season, with two additions expected in that area of the pitch. Casemiro is set to leave as a free agent this summer, while Manuel Ugarte could be sold if an appropriate offer comes in for him. It means Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo could be the only two recognised senior central midfielders left at Old Trafford, though several youth options could be promoted to the first team.
The club's preference is to sign a player with Premier League experience, with Elliot Anderson, Carlos Baleba and Sandro Tonali among the names of interest to the club. The Daily Mirror also claims that MacAllister could feature on their summer shortlist, in what would be an extremely controversial transfer.
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Romano issues update on MacAllister move
Manchester United will be linked with several midfielders ahead of the summer window, but notorious transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano is not so sure Alexis MacAllister will be considered a top target. Speaking in his latest YouTube video, he issued an update on United's midfield plans and the recent links with a move for the Liverpool star.
“At the moment, I'm not aware of anything concrete or strong in terms of links between Manchester United and Mac Allister," Romano told viewers. "Man United will be busy in the summer. Man United will be really busy with that position - could be one, could be two midfielders.
"It could be really interesting, but before they decide who they want, there are two main points to clarify: whether they play in the Champions League next season, which will influence their budget, and who will be the manager - Michael Carrick or other candidates.
"There are several options. Elliot Anderson is really appreciated; Carlos Baleba was a top target with Ruben Amorim. Sandro Tonali is appreciated by Man United, Juventus and Arsenal. So there are going to be plenty of movements for these players.
"Before we know who the player is that United want; we need to be patient. With Alexis MacAllister, there is nothing really advanced or concrete in terms of conversations. I am sure we will see many links with midfielders, because Man United will be super busy with that position, especially after the decision to part ways with Casemiro at the end of the season.”
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