L to R; Liam Rosenior and Michael Carrick (All images sourced from Getty)
L to R; Liam Rosenior and Michael Carrick (All images sourced from Getty)
Manchester United are reportedly set to compete with Chelsea for signing RB Leipzig midfielder Assan Ouedraogo this summer. The youngster, reportedly rated at €100 million, is considered one of the most talented prospects in the Bundesliga.
Assan Ouedraogo signed for RB Leipzig in the summer of 2024. The 19-year-old has been in impressive form this season despite a knee injury setback, recording three goals and four assists in 13 outings across competitions. The German international is under contract with RB Leipzig until 2029, with no release clause in his contract. Ouedraogo's attacking and technical prowess have led to many European sides wanting to secure his signature, including the heavyweights of the Premier League.
According to TeamTalk, Manchester United and Chelsea are set to compete to secure Assan Ouedraogo's signature this summer. The player could be valued at a reported €100 million, as RB Leipzig will leverage the lack of a release clause to ask for a good sum. The report suggests that both English clubs have been scouting the German prodigy and are interested in bringing him in.
If Manchester United continue with their much-improved form this season, they may qualify for the Champions League. The Red Devils will have to strengthen their squad to compete at that level. Meanwhile, Ouedraogo fits well in Chelsea's young and emerging squad. Meanwhile, PL giants Arsenal and Liverpool are also reportedly monitoring the situation with LaLiga giants Barcelona on the radar as well.
Manchester United are favorites to sign Chelsea star Andrey Santos: Reports
According to TeamTalk, Manchester United are keen on signing Chelsea star Andrey Santos this summer. Renowned journalist Ben Jacobs had previously reported that the two sides discussed Santos's case during the transfer of Alejandro Garnacho last summer.
Andrey Santos has received more regular gametime since Liam Rosenior took over the helm at Stamford Bridge. The Brazilian has made 35 appearances for the Blues this season, scoring once and setting up four goals. Manchester United are reportedly interested in adding Santos to their squad, as they want to at least sign one central midfielder this summer.
Apart from Santos, the aforementioned report lists Eliot Anderson, Adam Wharton and Carlos Baleba as some of the Red Devils' targets. When the Brazilian signed for Chelsea from Vasco Da Gama in January 2023, he cost around £18 million. However, the Blues are expected to charge a hefty transfer fee for Andrey Santos if the Red Devils make an offer for him.