Manchester United transfer news: Erik ten Hag tries to swindle Chelsea

In today’s Manchester United transfer news – Erik ten Hag’s attempts to swindle Chelsea for their prized asset, an update on David de Gea & much more.

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Manchester United transfer news – David de Gea likely to leave

It’s been a long time coming, but this summer could be the transfer window where David de Gea actually leaves Old Trafford. Being linked with a move away countless times before, De Gea has had a successful time at United and could make way for a younger goalkeeper this summer.

According to The Mirror, Erik ten Hag’s efforts to extend De Gea’s currently contract are “looking bleak”, therefore, the general consensus is that United will prepare for life without their long-standing number one next season.

Manchester United transfer news – More competition for Romeo Lavia

Manchester United are one of the clubs who would love to sign Romeo Lavia from the relegated Southampton. The teenager is the Saints’ best asset and is linked with a move away because he is too good to play in the second division of English football.

However, according to the Daily Mail, Arsenal have joined the race to sign Romeo Lavia, therefore widening the competition pool for Erik ten Hag.

Manchester United transfer news – Mason Mount bid expected

After their already failed attempts, Manchester United plan to bid again for Mason Mount in the coming days. Fabrizio Romano has reported this alongside Erik ten Hag’s plans to lessen Chelsea’s asking price of £70m, by which he feels confident he can cut this asking price considerably.

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