Manchester United are looking to offer Harry Maguire in a player plus cash deal for the services of AC Milan star Rafael Leao.
According to Calciomercatoweb, Manchester United are desperate to sign Rafael Leao ahead of next season. The Red Devils are big admirers of the AC Milan star and are willing to offer their skipper Harry Maguire in return for his services.
United are ready to put forward a player-plus-cash deal for the Portuguese international. Leao is one of the most exciting young talents in world football at this point in time. He has been the mainstay of their attack for the last few seasons.
The 24-year-old came through the ranks at Sporting CP before joining LOSC Lille in the summer of 2018. He got off to a perfect start at Lille and made quite a name for himself.
The Portuguese international’s performances attracted the attention of AC Milan who signed him the next summer. Since joining the Italian side, the former Sporting winger has gone from strength to strength.
His consistent performances for Milan attracted interest from multiple clubs across Europe. However, the efforts of Paolo Maldini ensured that the 24-year-old penned down a new deal that runs until the summer of 2028.
The roads of a potential departure in the summer seemed closed post the renewal. However, the sacking of Maldini and Ricky Massara by the owner hasn’t gone down well with the player. He expressed his disappointment via social media. And, the 24-year-old might even want to quit the club.
Meanwhile, Manchester United are one of the clubs who have been keeping a close eye on the 24-year-old for a while now. And, they have identified an opportunity and are looking to push for his services.
They are ready to present a shocking player plus cash deal in exchange for the Portuguese international. United are ready to pay around €90 to €100 million plus Harry Maguire for his services.
The Red Devils want to bolster their attack ahead of next season and are ready to go big in the summer. They have their eyes set on Leao as they believe he could form a deadly pair with Marcus Rashford.
Meanwhile, Erik ten Hag’s men are looking to offload Maguire, who is no longer a starter at the club and is surplus to requirements. While United have presented a substantial offer for the 24-year-old, it won’t be a surprise if Milan rejects it instantly.
Signing Rafael Leao by Manchester United will be almost impossible as he still has 5 years to go in his contract. The club should look at other targets who may be more attainable.
no chance
Well well that a great deal for Milan sign Maguire the dud on his expensive wages for a young exciting player in Leao
What should Milan do you think?