Manchester United transfer news: Ten Hag rivals Spurs for world-class star

In today’s Manchester United transfer news – Erik ten Hag locates a Spurs target to replace Christian Eriksen, an update on David de Gea & much more.

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Manchester United transfer news – Erik ten Hag wants Marco Verratti

According to Goal, Manchester United are tipped to make the ruthless move to sign PSG stalwart Marco Verratti, in their bid to find a better midfield partner for Casemiro, since Christian Eriksen has been on and off this season.

Although, Goal claim that Erik ten Hag will face competition from Spurs, who’d also like to sign Verratti. What the Red Devils have over Spurs, though, is they have more chance of playing in the Champions League next season.

Manchester United transfer news – Erik ten Hag prefers Mike Maignan

Although Erik ten Hag has been very vocal in his praise for shot-stopper David de Gea, fans know that the time for him to leave is in the upcoming summer transfer window.

Compiling a shortlist of potential replacements, it’s thought that AC Milan’s Mike Maignan is the number one option for Erik ten Hag. Although, it’s deemed unlikely that the Red Devils will be able to sign him in the summer, so they have also shortlisted David Raya and Justin Bijlow. This is according to Express.

Manchester United transfer news – Red Devils set to sign Frenkie de Jong

According to Express, Manchester United have entered the race to sign Frenkie de Jong from Barcelona. Having been interested in the midfielder for the longest time, they are hopeful that this time round, they can get their man.

Barcelona must recuperate some of the money they’ve lost in recent seasons before they’re able to spend any money on new signings. This could work in United’s favour, as they hope that this’ll weaken Barcelona’s negotiations.

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