The summer transfer window is in full swing, and Fabrizio Romano is back with the latest edition of his exclusive CaughtOffside column. Read on for the latest on a crazy saga involving Man United’s plans, William Saliba’s Arsenal future, Marco Asensio’s proposed move to Serie A and much more…
Cristiano Ronaldo won’t dictate but he does expect improvements…
Cristiano Ronaldo is not going to influence Man United’s transfer strategy on single new players. From what I’m told, he’s just expecting the club to show their ambition with some new signings and total support to Erik ten Hag who is a much-appreciated manager by the Portuguese star.
Obviously, Barcelona’s Frenkie de Jong is Man United’s priority, but the club are working on a new centre-back, a new fullback, a new midfielder and the striker situation which may depend on the evolutions on the Antony deal after the club missed out on Darwin Nunez.
Frenkie De Jong isn’t the only player Man United are in talks to sign…
It is important to clarify that Man United are focused on Frenkie de Jong and in direct talks with Barcelona, but they are also negotiating for other players. The club is active on multiple deals, including discussions with Ajax on Timber, Lisandro Martinez (but Arsenal are also working for the Argentine centre-back) and Antony.
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There is also a lot of attention to fullbacks as something could be done in those positions, while a new second goalkeeper will soon arrive to replace Dean Henderson who will sign with Nottingham Forest on loan.
William Saliba set for contract talks with Arsenal…
Arsenal have always intended to keep William Saliba at the club next season and that is still the club’s plan.
Marseille have tried to approach Arsenal for Saliba but it is not a negotiation that is proceeding because Mikel Arteta wants Saliba in next year’s squad, in fact, I’m told that Marseille are already targeting other players.
Arsenal will also try to negotiate a new contract with Saliba, while Ajax’s Martinez is a player considered useful in several positions – he is very versatile and that’s why he’s so appreciated.
Marco Asensio wanted by AC Milan…
Marco Asensio’s situation is still open.
AC Milan…
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