Manchester United are interested in signing Villarreal midfielder Pape Gueye ahead of the summer transfer window, according to a report from Foot Mercato.
Signing a midfielder is likely to be a priority for the Red Devils later this year after Brazilian international Casemiro confirmed that he would be leaving at the end of his contract.
Casemiro's deal expires at the end of the campaign, but the former Real Madrid man opted to confirm his future ahead of time, which has given United the opportunity to try and find a replacement.
The Manchester club were being heavily linked with multiple midfielders before the news of Casemiro emerged, so it wouldn't be a huge surprise to see United add more than one body in the middle of the park this summer.
Man Utd Eyeing Casemiro Replacement
Manchester United's Casemiro holding a football
According to a report from Foot Mercato, Manchester United are one of the sides showing an interest in signing Villarreal midfielder Gueye. The Red Devils are believed to see him as a perfect replacement for Casemiro, who is set to leave in the summer.
It's claimed that Gueye has had a 'stunning' transformation and is finally getting the recognition he deserves in La Liga.
United are believed to be among a number of clubs who are interested in signing Gueye, with his contract expiring in just over two years' time.
The report claims that United could make a 'very tempting' offer in the summer transfer window, and the Villarreal star could be on his way out the door in the coming months.
Man Utd Could Need Two Midfielders
Manuel Ugarte in action for Manchester United
As mentioned, it wouldn't be a surprise to see United bring in more than one midfielder when the summer transfer window opens later this year.
Casemiro is heading through the exit door, while Manuel Ugarte could be another who departs. The Uruguayan international has struggled since his move to Old Trafford, and it might be a smart idea for United to offload him in the summer.
If Ugarte does leave the club, then there's no doubt the Red Devils would need at least two new midfielders heading into the 2026/2027 campaign.
The France-born midfielder might be the ideal experienced option to replace Casemiro, while they may also add a younger profile alongside him.
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Manchester United have been linked with a host of midfielders ahead of the summer, so GIVEMESPORT asked ChatGPT to compile a list of their reported targets.
Elliot Anderson (Nottingham Forest) – long-term target as part of midfield overhaul.
Morgan Gibbs-White (Nottingham Forest) – creative midfielder linked repeatedly.
Adam Wharton (Crystal Palace) – on United’s shortlist as a complementary presence.
Carlos Baleba (Brighton) – previously linked but expensive target.
Pape Gueye (Villarreal) – identified as potential partner to Mainoo.
Sandro Tonali (Newcastle) – mentioned in wider midfield plans.
Marc Casadó (Barcelona) – suggested in some rumours.