Manchester United Manager Michael Carrick
Manchester United are eyeing a move to sign Monaco star Lamine Camara after a formal bid was tabled for his services, according to reports in France.
The Red Devils made a midfield rebuild their priority for the summer, completing deals for both Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans in quick succession for a combined fee of £85m, while veteran goalkeeper Karl Darlow and rookie winger Tynan Thompson have also been brought in for Michael Carrick.
But with Manuel Ugarte suffering a serious knee injury at the World Cup, Casemiro departing at the end of his contract, and Kobbie Mainoo yet to return to pre-season following his participation at the World Cup, United are still looking to add another midfielder to their squad before the new season begins.
Man Utd Eyeing Camara Deal
Lamine Camara celebrating for Monaco
Camara, who has been described as a 'beast', is understood to be a long-standing target at Old Trafford, and the club have been keeping a close eye on his situation this summer with Monaco open to a sale, according to Foot Mercato.
The Ligue 1 giants have put a €50m (£42.8m) price tag on his head as they look to raise funds, having already sold Maghnes Akliouche to Paris Saint-Germain for the same fee. That has caught the attention of several clubs, with Premier League side Crystal Palace tabling a formal offer already.
Man Utd remain in the hunt for his signature despite that offer, and they are awaiting more developments before making a decision on whether to make a move of their own.
The Senegal international enjoyed a fine campaign with Monaco last season, being described by teammate Lukas Hradeck as 'one of the best players' since he returned to action following the African Cup of Nations.
“He doesn’t get the recognition he deserves," he said.
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Man Utd Midfield Shortlist Increasing
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Man Utd have been linked with a host of names throughout the transfer window for their midfield rebuild, but so far no deals have advanced since the arrival of Youri Tielemans.
Aurelien Tchouameni - strongly linked but Real Madrid yet to give the green light to a sale.
Carlos Baleba - he wants to join, but the gap in valuation between Man Utd and Brighton is a stumbling block.
Alex Scott - United are very keen, and he would be open to joining, but Bournemouth are refusing to sell.
Eduardo Camavinga - Real Madrid are open to selling the Frenchman, but he wants to stay and fight for his place.
Statistics courtesy of WhoScored - correct as of 08/08/2026.