Manchester United have initiated further contact for Youssouf Fofana as they look to cement their interest in the Arsenal-linked AS Monaco midfielder.
According to Attacking Football, Manchester United are looking to further their interest in Youssouf Fofana after more contacts were established for the midfielder. The Red Devils are in the market for a physically imposing midfielder, and the AS Monaco man fits the bill. But they also face rival interest in the Frenchman.
Manchester United serious about Youssouf Fofana
Youssouf Fofana has remained at AS Monaco for over two years, although many top clubs have made soft enquiries for his signature. With a year left on his deal in France, the midfielder seems destined to move out. He is not negotiating a new deal, so an imminent sale might be on the cards.
Any deal for the midfielder may not happen straight away as he is part of the France squad for the Euros, and any transfer may take a while. AS Monaco have been looking for over £20 million for him in the upcoming window, although the reports suggest he might cost around £25 million as there is sufficient interest.
Manchester United have stepped up their interest in the midfielder, as INEOS is looking for a physical and imposing presence in the middle. The £25 million-rated Frenchman also boasts some exciting statistics despite being the deepest-lying midfielder at AS Monaco. Last season, he ranked first for through passes, third for forward passes, and fourth for key passes.
Manchester United have initiated further contact for Fofana as they are serious about signing the Frenchman this summer. They might lose Casemiro as the Brazilian midfielder has not performed well in the previous campaign, and this might be the time to cut their losses and replace him with someone like Fofana.
Arsenal interested in Fofana
Manchester United’s pursuit of Fofana may not be as simple as some might think, as they will face significant competition. Arsenal have been scouting Fofana for over two years, and now might be the time for them to make their move for the Frenchman.
Mikel Arteta wants a replacement for Thomas Partey, as the Ghanaian midfielder is expected to leave. Fofana is very similar in profile to him. For the price Fofana is available, he might be a steal in this market, as the Gunners will firmly settle themselves as contenders for the £25 million-rated man.
