MANCHESTER UNITED are trying to pull off a supposed double transfer – starting with Xavi Simons.
The 21-year-old attacking midfielder is on holiday after impressing for the Netherlands at Euro 2024.
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Simons was signed by Paris Saint-Germain, but shone on loan at RB Leipzig last season in the Bundesliga.
His performances sparked huge interest across the continent, but it looked like Bayern Munich had won the race to sign him.
He had already agreed with the Bundesliga giants.
However, L’Equipe claims United are hopeful they can hijack the move.
Erik ten Hag is said to be a great admirer of the youngster and that his versatility would make him an excellent addition to the Old Trafford squad.
But managing to negotiate a fee with PSG could be complicated.
They reportedly rejected a £42m offer last year and believe his value has soared following his handsome euros.
But they don’t seem to be discouraged, especially as Bayern already appear to have a change underway and reportedly have an additional advantage.
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United and PSG are currently working on a £60 million deal to take 23-year-old Uruguayan midfielder Manuel Ugarte from Parc des Princes to Old Trafford.
This means that PSG is willing to do business with the Red Devils again.
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Meanwhile, Manchester United have reportedly agreed personal terms with Manuel Ugarte, who wants to leave PSG this summer.
And SunSport also revealed that Tottenham are trying to hijack Fulham’s move for Scott McTominay, who Ugarte would replace in midfield.
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And United could also have another potential trick up their sleeve.
He spent the 2022/23 season on loan at PSV, playing under Ruud van Nistelrooy – the legendary Dutchman who has just joined Ten Hag’s backroom team.
United confirmed the signing of Lille prodigy Leny Yoro yesterday.
The 18-year-old centre-back completed his medical after the clubs agreed a £52m deal and signed a five-year contract.
He and Ugarte share Jorge Mendes as their agent.
Yoro was the second arrival this week after Dutch striker Joshua Zirkzee signed from Bologna for £36.5m.
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