Manchester United will reportedly look to sign 28-year-old Portuguese international Ruben Neves from Al-Hilal in a deal worth €23 million in the winter transfer window.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Ruben Neves is the subject of interest from Manchester United. The Red Devils are keen on reinforcing their first-team squad by signing a versatile midfielder this year. So, the 28-year-old Al-Hilal midfielder has emerged as a target for them.
The latest report has revealed that the Premier League bigwigs have submitted a bid worth €23 million to sign the former Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder in the winter transfer window. With Manchester United’s proposal being “closer to Al-Hilal’s demands” to sell Neves, a January deal is on the cards.
How has Ruben Neves fared at Al-Hilal?
Ruben Neves has been one of the most accomplished players in the Saudi Pro League since joining Al-Hilal from Wolverhampton Wanderers in July 2023. While the decision shocked many, the 28-year-old has been top-class for the Blue Waves, winning nearly half a dozen trophies, including the Saudi Pro League title, with the club.
The Portuguese international has made over 100 appearances thus far for Al-Hilal while chipping in with 17 goals and 28 assists. However, Neves faces an uncertain future at the Saudi Pro League club, as he has entered the final six months of his contract. The situation has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs. Manchester United will be among the prospective suitors vying for his signature in the winter transfer window.
Premier League move on the horizon?
Manchester United’s interest in Ruben Neves is understandable. The Red Devils have been scouring the market for a versatile midfielder heading into the winter transfer window, as Casemiro is on the wrong side of 30. Additionally, Manuel Ugarte has failed to make their mark since joining Manchester United from Paris Saint-Germain 18 months ago.
Meanwhile, recent reports have suggested that Manchester United may cash in on Ugarte in the winter transfer window amid his links with Galatasaray. Offloading the Uruguayan international will enable Manchester United to fund a deal for a replacement, and they have offered €23 million to sign Neves from Al-Hilal.
Recent reports have suggested that the Premier League bigwigs have the funds to sign Neves in the winter transfer window. With Manchester United offering €23 million, a January deal may be on the cards, as the proposal fits with Al-Hilal’s demands to sell the 28-year-old Portuguese international.
