Manchester United make contact with Fabian Ruiz

Can any potential interest from Barcelona turn Fabian Ruiz's head? (Photo by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Images)

Manchester United have contacted Fabian Ruiz’s entourage to understand the finer details of signing the Spaniard.

According to Calcio Napoli, via Sport Witness, Manchester United have contacted the entourage of Napoli star Fabian Ruiz as they ponder a move for the midfielder. The Spaniard has a year left on his contract with the Italian giants and could be sold in this window.

Manchester United’s transfer business this summer is far from over, as Erik ten Hag continues to look for options in the market to strengthen his squad ahead of the new season and make the club a competitive force in the new campaign.

Having made vital signings like Lisandro Martinez, Tyrell Malacia, and Christian Eriksen, Manchester United still need a midfielder to bring the best out of the team. However, after fruitlessly trying to sign Frenkie de Jong for the best part of this window, the club are ready to switch their attention towards alternative targets.

Manchester United have been trying to sign de Jong from Barcelona for a long time. However, the Dutchman’s firm stance of not wanting to join the Red Devils have put them on the path of alternate targets.

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Napoli’s Fabian Ruiz has emerged as a target for Manchester United, with the Spaniard available for a transfer in this window. The midfielder, who occupies a similar position to de Jong on the pitch, has refused to sign a new deal with the Serie A giants, who are reportedly demanding €30 million in exchange for his signature.

Ruiz has been an important player for Napoli over the years, making over 120 Serie A appearances for the club. Manchester United are not alone in the pursuit as several other big sides, including Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Arsenal, have shown an interest. Furthermore, Ruiz has already rejected West Ham United as he continues to wait on a bigger side to make their interest known.

Manchester United have reportedly contacted the midfielder’s entourage to understand the particulars of making a move. The price range is certainly affordable for the Red Devils, who desperately need a midfield presence like Ruiz.

Ten Hag has a particular requirement for the system that he intends to use and considers a midfielder in the mould of Ruiz key to his plans. For now, Napoli will be open to negotiating a move.

Manchester United will hope to get Ruiz for less than Napoli’s asking price, given the Spanish international’s contract situation. However, whether the midfielder likes a switch to Old Trafford remains the question.

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