Ruben Amorim is quietly building a squad with a clear identity at Manchester United, with recruitment now focused on both talent and experience.
The need for reinforcements has grown following Jonny Evans and Victor Lindelof’s departure and the uncertainty surrounding Lisandro Martinez.
Harry Maguire and Matthijs de Ligt are the only senior centre-backs currently guaranteed to stay, and Amorim wants cover with European experience.
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With INEOS looking for smart deals amid Financial Fair Play constraints, another name has emerged in recent days.
Aymeric Laporte is now firmly on Manchester United’s radar after falling out of favour in Saudi Arabia, as per El Chiringuito via X.
The Spain international is actively seeking a return to Europe, having publicly voiced his frustrations with life at Al-Nassr just six months into his stay.
Despite interest from Athletic Club, Napoli, Fenerbahce, and Galatasaray, sources in Spain report that United have formally presented an offer to Laporte’s camp.
The 31-year-old former Manchester City defender remains under contract until 2026, but Al-Nassr are willing to sell this summer in order to recoup part of the €27 million fee they paid last year.
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Aymeric Laporte is believed to be open to a move back to England, and his Premier League experience makes him a strong candidate for Amorim’s rebuild.
United’s main concern will be his wage demands, which currently sit around €15 million per season — a figure far beyond what the club are willing to pay.
Athletic Club had hoped to land him for €10–15 million, but their lack of formal contact has opened the door for other clubs.
Chelsea have also shown interest, though their preference remains to sign younger players in line with their long-term strategy.
Laporte’s situation is expected to develop quickly, with United keen to conclude defensive signings early in the window.
Should this move materialise, it would mark one of the more surprising cross-Manchester transfers of recent years.
‼️ ¡El Chelsea se interesa por Laporte! El defensa tiene ofertas de Manchester United, Femerbahce, Galatasaray y Nápoles.
❌ A día de hoy, NADA del Athletic.
ℹ️ Información de @nicorodrigz pic.twitter.com/ymzcCHIWKr
— El Chiringuito TV (@elchiringuitotv) June 5, 2025
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