Manchester United have been linked with a move to sign Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni, and they are now being linked with one of his team-mates.
The Red Devils are in the market for midfield additions in the summer transfer window as they look to replace the outgoing Casemiro.
Manuel Ugarte could also leave the club in the summer, so United could potentially look into bringing more than one midfielder when the market opens later this year.
It's been confirmed that Casemiro will leave following the expiration of his contract at the end of the season. The Brazilian international has enjoyed a phenomenal campaign, so he's going to be a huge miss.
It's imperative that United replace him adequately, as he's made a significant impact this campaign.
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Man Utd Eyeing Another Real Madrid Star
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According to reports, Manchester United have now added Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde to their shortlist ahead of the summer transfer window.
It's claimed that his team-mate, Tchouameni, is already on their shortlist alongside Elliot Anderson, Carlos Baleba and Adam Wharton.
Valverde, described as world-class, recently had a bust-up with Tchouameni, so you'd imagine it's unlikely that United will bring in both of them in the summer transfer window.
The report suggests that senior figures in the Real Madrid dressing room have sided with Tchouameni, and they want Valverde sold.
It is a real opportunity for United to swoop in and secure the signature of one of the Madrid duo.
Man Utd's Intentions Clear This Summer
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Manchester United are really showing their ambition ahead of the summer transfer window, which is no surprise after the season they've had.
The Red Devils have now qualified for the Champions League, meaning they need to invest significantly in their squad to make it deeper and stronger.
Links to the likes of Tchouameni, Valverde and Anderson show their intentions ahead of the market opening.
The Manchester club are ready to invest significantly in new midfield additions, clearly willing to spend a lot of money to get their targets.
It's unclear how many midfielders United will bring in, but there's no doubt they'll be looking to add at least one or two.