Manchester United are not planning to join the transfer battle for out-of-contract Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi, with a deal for Nottingham Forest star Murillo deemed ‘more likely’.
The Old Trafford side are looking to bolster their defensive options this summer, but a move for Senesi, who turns 29 next month, appears to be off the table.
The Argentine international reportedly does not fit the age profile or type of defender United are looking for to complement their current options.
A new midfielder remains top of the agenda for the Red Devils ahead of the summer, with Forest star Elliot Anderson topping the shortlist.
Man Utd Could Target Murillo
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According to The i Paper, Liverpool are viewed as Senesi’s most likely destination this summer, with the 28-year-old expected to leave Bournemouth when his contract expires in June.
The Argentine international looks set to continue playing in the Premier League, despite being offered to Italian giants Juventus and Roma, who both passed on the opportunity to sign him.
Tottenham, Aston Villa and Everton are among the English sides that have expressed an interest in Senesi, while Manchester United are not expected to be involved in the transfer race.
The Old Trafford side could instead look into a move for Murillo, who has been a standout in a difficult campaign for Forest, with the club battling for Premier League survival with six games remaining.
Relegation would significantly weaken Forest’s chances of retaining the 'monster' Brazilian, who is under contract at the City Ground until the summer of 2029.
United have recently extended Harry Maguire’s contract until June 2027, with an option for a further year.
The Red Devils have been without defender Matthijs de Ligt for the past four months due to a lengthy recovery from a back injury, while fellow centre-back Lisandro Martinez has only played 16 times due to two separate setbacks.
Man Utd Hold Talks Over Next Manager
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Manchester United have held informal conversations over hiring an alternative to Michael Carrick, journalist David Ornstein has revealed.
The Old Trafford side are ‘being patient’ over their next permanent appointment as they continue to assess their options ahead of the summer.
The likes of Andoni Iraola, Marco Silva and Oliver Glasner could all emerge as contenders, with United prepared to wait until the end of the season before making a decision.