Manchester United are eyeing a surprise summer move to sign Manchester City midfielder James McAtee, according to a report from the Mirror.
The 22-year-old starlet has been left out of Man City’s squad for the upcoming Club World Cup in another hint he is considering an exit this summer amid a season of struggles under Pep Guardiola.
McAtee has made just nine starts across all competitions and 18 further appearances off the bench, and is believed to be considering his future away from the Etihad Stadium at the moment.
Instead of featuring with the senior squad at the Club World Cup this month, he has been added to England’s pre-tournament training squad ahead of the U21s Euros in Slovakia.
Man United Considering James McAtee
Among potential suitors of the 22-year-old
James McAtee in action for Manchester City
According to Mirror, potential suitors are beginning to circle around McAtee and Man United are believed to be one of them in a summer when Man City will most likely be forced into making a decision on the 22-year-old.
McAtee’s contract expires in just over 12 months and City face the risk of losing him for free next year, if they do not offer him a new deal or sell him to another club.
A direct move to their fierce city rivals would prove hugely controversial, considering the last time a senior player moved between the two clubs was back in 2011/12, when Owen Hargreaves joined Man City on a free transfer.
Man United are anticipating a significant squad rebuild this summer and have already announced Wolves star Matheus Cunha as their first signing.
Having parted ways with veterans Jonny Evans and Victor Lindelof on a free transfer, the Red Devils are expected to bring in a new centre-back as well.
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