Aston Villa and Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing 26-year-old Bournemouth winger Marcus Tavernier in the summer transfer window.
According to a report by the Daily Mail, Marcus Tavernier is the subject of interest from Manchester United. The Red Devils are eager to reinforce their offensive unit by signing a wide attacker in the summer transfer window. So, the 26-year-old Bournemouth wide player has emerged as a target for them.
However, Manchester United will not be alone in the battle for Tavernier’s signature, as Aston Villa and long-term suitors Nottingham Forest are also vying for his services. Meanwhile, Bournemouth “may be open to a sale” this summer, and they value the Leeds-born winger at around £40 million.
How has Marcus Tavernier fared in the Premier League so far?
Marcus Tavernier has made considerable progress since joining Bournemouth from Middlesbrough in August 2022. Born in Leeds, the player spent his formative years in England, starting his youth career at Newcastle United before joining the Middlesbrough academy in 2013. However, he has risen in prominence in the last three and a half years.
The 26-year-old has not been an undisputed first-choice starter for Bournemouth, but has been an asset due to his versatility and productivity. Tavernier has over 100 outings for the Cherries thus far while chipping in with 18 goals and 18 assists. Meanwhile, his progress has piqued the attention of several high-profile clubs, including Aston Villa and Manchester United.
Move across the Premier League on the cards?
Manchester United’s interest in Marcus Tavernier makes sense. The Red Devils are combing the market for a wide attacker heading into the summer transfer window, as they want more quality on the left flank. Several candidates, including Yan Diomande, have thus emerged on Manchester United’s wishlist, with Tavernier also a viable target.
As for Aston Villa, Unai Emery has been yearning for a versatile wide attacker, as he wants more productivity from the flanks. Additionally, it is unclear if Jadon Sancho will complete a permanent move to the West Midlands club after his loan deal ends. Several candidates, including Harry Wilson, are thus on Aston Villa’s radar, with Tavernier also an option worth considering.
However, Aston Villa and Manchester United are alone in the battle for Tavernier’s signature, with long-term suitors Nottingham Forest also vying for his services. Meanwhile, Bournemouth “may be open to a sale” this summer, and they value the 26-year-old winger at around £40 million. So, it will be interesting to see what the future holds for the player.
