Manchester United transfer news: Erik ten Hag nears first summer signing

Erik ten Hag, Manager of Manchester United (Photo by Nathan Stirk/Getty Images)
Erik ten Hag, Manager of Manchester United (Photo by Nathan Stirk/Getty Images)

In today’s Manchester United transfer news – Erik ten Hag edges closer to his first summer signing, an update on Mason Mount & much more.

For yesterday’s Manchester United transfer news, click here.

Manchester United transfer news – Closing in on Kim Min-Jae

It’s thought that Kim Min-Jae will be the first signing that Manchester United announce this summer. They have made no secret of their admiration to sign the colossal Napoli defender.

Il Mattino has stated it’s “clear” that Kim Min-Jae is leaving Napoli for Manchester United this summer. Furthermore, the Daily Mail has claimed that despite Newcastle’s interest in the same defender, Manchester United are certainly leading the race for Kim Min-Jae this summer. He would be a great addition to tighten Erik ten Hag’s defensive system.

Manchester United transfer news – Manchester United will discuss with Mason Mount

Although Chelsea are standing firm on their stance with Mason Mount, this does not mean that the move is off. Manchester United would like to sign the Chelsea wantaway, they just need to discuss further with Chelsea about finances.

Let’s not forget that United have an important FA Cup final to prepare for this weekend, but David Ornstein has reassured fans that Manchester United will discuss with Chelsea “in due course”.

Manchester United transfer news – Advantage United for Victor Osimhen

A big name this summer will be Victor Osimhen. Playing as one of the best striker’s in the world this season, the Napoli man is garnering interest from the Premier League. It’s thought that Manchester United and Chelsea, who both seek a new striker, will compete to sign Osimhen.

However, Manchester United have been given a major advantage. According to The Guardian, Chelsea are now taking a more relaxed approach to signing a new striker, and will instead prioritise a goalkeeper and midfielder. Therefore, United lead the race to sign Osimhen.

What do you make of today’s Manchester United transfer news?