Manchester United ‘are considering a £50m move for Kalvin Phillips with club officials admiring the England star’s control of the game… but there are concerns that he and his family are massive Leeds United fans’
Man United are reportedly plotting a move for Leeds United star Kalvin Phillips The England man is said to have impressed chiefs with his midfield dominanceBut one concern is that Phillips is a die hard Leeds fan and may be reluctant
Manchester United are weighing up a £50million move for Leeds United star Kalvin Phillips this summer, according to reports.
The central midfielder is becoming a household name in English football after his starring role in England’s rise to the Euro 2020 final last year and he has often been linked with moves to top six sides in the Premier League.
United have been credited with a move for Phillips as look to bolster their midfield options this summer – bracing for the departures of Nemanja Matic and Paul Pogba – and the 26-year-old has been identified as a target by chiefs, the Athletic claims.
Man United are weighing up a £50m bid for Leeds United star Kalvin Phillips, reports claim
Phillips has not been able to produce too many standout displays this season with his Leeds side battling against relegation, but United have still been impressed by his ability to dictate play and dominate possession and have begun ‘exploring’ a possible move for him, the report adds.
The Red Devils are yet to make a formal approach to their local rivals, it says, and are yet to speak with the player directly either.
Incoming boss Erik ten Hag will arrive at the club this summer and will want to have a big say on transfers, but Phillips is a player that United have been casting their eye over for a number of years.
Phillips has long had…