Manchester United could include Manuel Ugarte in a deal for Sandro Tonali, amid Newcastle United’s interest in the Uruguayan.
Manchester United’s reported interest in Sandro Tonali could be boosted by Newcastle United’s admiration of Manuel Ugarte. As per Football Insider, the Red Devils could potentially look to include the Uruguayan as part of any deal for the Italian midfielder, which could potentially help them reduce the latter’s asking price.
Manchester United have made big plans for the summer that include several key additions across the pitch. Central midfield seems like the priority area for the club as Casemiro is leaving in the summer, while they are not confident in the ability of Manuel Ugarte.
Manchester United are already making plans to sell the Uruguayan, and they are confident of offloading him owing to the interest in his signature. A host of teams are keen to sign Ugarte in the summer, with Newcastle United one of those teams with an admiration for the 25-year-old.
Incidentally, Manchester United are keen to land Sandro Tonali in the summer, and the report states they could use the Uruguayan as part of a deal for the Italian midfielder. Ugarte’s preference for his next club remains unclear at this moment, as he might even consider leaving the Premier League after failing to adjust to the intensity of the league in England.
The Red Devils might view including Ugarte in a deal for Tonali as a bid to shave off a significant portion of the Italian’s asking price. Newcastle United are seeking close to a nine-figure sum, and Manchester United will hope that Newcastle’s interest in Ugarte is serious enough to help them reduce the price.
Newcastle United to sell Sandro Tonali?
Newcastle United have found themselves in a precarious position with their current standing in the Premier League. The Magpies are losing control of their destiny as any European finish looks difficult, especially after their loss to Crystal Palace on Sunday. There are suggestions that they could sell players like Tino Livramento and Tonali to help balance their finances as well as inject fresh funds to further build their squad.
Tonali himself might seek a big move away from St. James’ Park if Champions League clubs come calling. Manchester United are anticipating finishing within a top-five place, which does make them a firm contender in the race for the Italian, but they could still face stiff competition for the midfielder.