Reports claim the Serie A giants Roma are sparking talk of a surprise double deal for Man United stars.
Roma targeting two Man United stars
Roma’s pursuit of Jadon Sancho has taken an interesting turn. Now, the Italian side are also sounding out Manchester United over Tyrell Malacia.
Man Utd have been heavy spenders this summer. They invested close to £200m on fresh attacking talent to revamp the front line. That spending spree has put pressure on Utd’s board to trim the squad before the window closes.
Sancho is one of the high-profile names heading toward the exit door. Talks are ongoing with Roma for the winger. Sources suggest the Giallorossi have now asked about conditions for a move involving Malacia as well. Such a shift could see United part ways with two players before the deadline. That will be a move that would ease both their wage bill and squad space.
🚨Roma’s pursuit of Sancho is unlikely to materialise, but the Serie A club have also registered an interest in Tyrell Malacia.
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Malacia’s chance for fresh start
Malacia joined United from Feyenoord in 2022. He showed promise during his debut season with 39 appearances but injuries derailed his progress. A lengthy period of inactivity last season meant he had just three league appearances. He went on a loan move to PSV Eindhoven for eight matches as well.
Now, the Dutchman is looking to kick start his career again. So, a move to Serie A could be just the ticket. Meanwhile, Roma are looking for reliable depth at left back. They see Malacia as a strong option, especially as talks over Sancho continue.
Turkish club Besiktas have also shown interest, but Roma’s direct contact puts them in pole position. If both deals go through, the Italian side would secure a huge boost.
Now, only two weeks are left before the transfer window slams shut. That said, all eyes will be on whether Roma can pull off the standout double signings of the summer.
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