Man Utd transfer news LIVE: United make approach for Viktor Gyokeres, Spurs join Semenyo battle, Mbeumo latest
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MANCHESTER UNITED are set to undergo huge change during the summer transfer window.
And the club have made initial contact for the star signing of Viktor Gyokeres!
Elsewhere, Tottenham have reportedly joined the Red Devils in the race for Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo.
Plus, we have the latest on United's pursuit of Bryan Mbeumo.
Follow ALL of the latest news, rumours and updates from Old Trafford below...
United's Cunha free run
Chris Waddle also believes that Manchester United were able to sign Mathues Cunha unchallenged.
The former Tottenham star claims that the Brazilian was tempted into the move because of the size of Man United.
Speaking to , he said: "I think he’s sold on the idea that United are a massive club.
"Even now it’s one of the biggest in the world, and he’ll have felt that even in Brazil. They’re massive, even if they’re struggling right now.
"But that will change. They’re too big not to improve from here, whether it’s next year or the year after, United are going to re-emerge as a top four team.
"We know that’s coming, and Matheus Cunha clearly has bought into what Ruben Amorim sold him.
"I think United remain a huge side, and let’s be honest - we don’t know if he actually got other offers.
"There was talk of City at one point, but it’s only United who have put the money down, and nobody seems to have challenged them for him."
Credit: Shutterstock Editorial Waddle on Rashford
Chris Waddle believes that Marcus Rashford is not good enough to play for Barcelona.
The Manchester United star is reportedly keen on a move to the LaLiga champions.
However, Waddle things he would struggle to play if he moves to Barcelona.
Speaking to , he said: "I can’t see him going to Barcelona, not while Raphinha is playing brilliantly.
"I know Robert Lewandowski is 36 years old, but would you buy Rashford to play as a No. 9?
"I think there are better players who play through the middle, and Rashford is at his best on the wing. Raphinha is captain, he’s doing his job every week.
"It’s all right thinking you want to go to Barcelona, but they’re not going to pay you big money for you to be sat on the bench. That’s not going to happen.
"I think his options will be limited. He'll want a lot of money and the transfer fee would be massive for a club.
"So I could see him going out on loan somewhere again for a year. But as for a permanent move, I can't see it."
Veteran could stay
Tom Heaton could stay at Manchester United despite his contract coming to an end.
The veteran goalkeeper is in talks over a new deal to stay at Old Trafford for the 2025/26 campaign.
Double hijack
Manchester United are facing the embarrassing prospect of having two of their targets snatched away by Tottenham.
The North London club are looking at signing both Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo and Bournemouth ace Antonie Semenyo.
The pair are both targets of the Red Devils with Mbeumo in active discussions.
But Tottenham could swoop for the attackers once Ange Postecoglou's replacement is hired.
Solet 'targeted'
Oumar Solet is a reported target for Manchester United.
The in-demand defender has plenty of suitors, including AC Milan and West Ham.
The Mirror have claimed that the Red Devils are among the interested parties.
However, the Udinese man could cost up to £30million.
Gyokeres stats
Here is a look at Viktor Gyokeres' impressive stats from Sporting Lisbon's Champions League campaign last term.
The Swedish striker scored six goals in eight games...
Angry Viktor
Viktor Gyokeres is fuming at Sporting Lisbon after their U-turn on his release clause, it has been claimed.
The striker is understood to have reached a gentleman's agreement with the club at the start of the season, which would see them accept a fee less than the £84million release clause in his contract.
The 27-year-old was told he could leave the Portuguese capital for an overall fee of £59million, with £51m of that figure being paid up front.
But Portuguese newspaper Record claims Sporting have had a change of heart and won't part with Gyokeres' services unless they receive £67m.
Gyokeres, who is wanted by Manchester United, is reportedly irate with the club's U-turn and feels like they have betrayed him.
Spurs join Semenyo race
Man Utd have been linked with a move for Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo for several months.
The Red Devils do remain interested in the winger, but Bryan Mbeumo is reportedly the main priority.
Tottenham have recently been credited with interest in Semenyo, and he is also on Liverpool's list.
United retained list
United have confirmed that the following players have been released by the club following the end of the season
- Christian Eriksen
- Jonny Evans
- Hubert Graczyk
- Jack Kingdon
- Victor Lindelof
- Sam Murray
- Tom Myles
- James Nolan
- Tom Wooster
Red Devils ‘eye Samu’
Samu Aghebowa is emerging as a potential strike target for Manchester United.
Bryan Mbeumo and Viktor Gyokepres are the frontmen most tipped as options to follow in Wolves attacker Matheus Cunha.
But CaughtOffside claim Porto’s twice-capped Spaniard Aghebowa, 21, is now a serious target for Premier League giants.
And that reportedly includes Ruben Amorim’s United.
United's first Gyokeres approach
state United formally contacted Sporting to enquire about the Swedish international.
The striker, 27, has an £84million release clause in his contract at the Estadio Jose Alvalade.
But as revealed by SunSport, it is understood Gyokeres has a gentlemen's agreement with Sporting that he can leave for around £58-60m, which United CAN afford.
Ferdinand lands first job
Rio Ferdinand has landed a shock new job more than 6,000 miles away from the UK.
It comes weeks after the Man Utd legend sensationally quit his decade-long punditry role at TNT Sports.
Garnacho latest
Alejandro Garnacho's preference this summer is to remain in the Premier League.
Currently, it is understood that both Chelsea and Arsenal have issued enquiries into the forward's availability.
Napoli also reportedly remain interested having had a bid rejected for the winger in January.
The 20-year-old was spotted enjoying some downtime in Rome with his girlfriend over the weekend.
Academy star's emotional goodbye
Outgoing centre-back Jack Kingdon has thanked everyone associated with United.
Kingdon was one of ten players released on Monday, and one of the six academy stars on the list.
He spent five years at United after joining the club as a 15-year-old from Morecambe.
The centre-back, who will turn 20 in November, was a regular fixture for the club's Under-18s and Under-21s during his time at Old Trafford.
Defensive reinforcements
United have joined a host of clubs looking at Udinese defender Oumar Solet.
claims that Juventus, West Ham, Inter Milan and Napoli have also been watching the French centre-back this summer.
Udinese are thought to want more than £30m for their defender.
Gyokeres 'furious' with Sporting
According to reports, Viktor Gyokeres has been left "furious" with Sporting because the club have been demanding €80m (£67m) for him.
Previously, Sporting agreed that they would ask for £50m plus £8m in add-ons this summer.
The Swedish striker has allegedly removed Sporting's name from his Instagram bio.
Semenyo interest
United remain admirers of Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo.
Tottenham have also stepped up their interest in the player.
Semenyo is also on the list at Liverpool this summer and is believed to favour playing for a Champions League club.
Elsewhere, United had a bid rejected for Brentford ace Bryan Mbeumo.
They are expected to follow up with another offer.
Bayern drop Kim Min-jae price
Kim Min-jae is attracting interest from Liverpool, Newcastle United and Chelsea, cites Caught Offside.
Bayern’s asking price for Kim has dropped from around €50 million to more like €35 million.
Football 365 also reports that Man United are one of the six 'offered' the North Korean defender.
Min-jae has fallen down the centre-back pecking order in Bavaria since arriving from Napoli in 2023, with Eric Dier usurping him in the ranks amongst Vincent Kompany and his coaches.
Bayern drop Kim Min-jae price
Long-time Man United target Kim Min-jae is attracting interest from Liverpool, Newcastle United and Chelsea.
Bayern’s asking price for Kim has dropped from around €50 million to more like €35 millon.
Football 365 cites that Man United are also one of the teams ‘offered’ the North Korean defender.
After a Scudetto-winning season with Napoli in 2023, Min-jae moved to Bayern with promise and expectation but has failed to live up to the desired level in his two seasons at the club, with Eric Dier usurping him in the centre-back ranks amongst Vincent Kompany and his coaches.
Post/pre-season preparations underway for Heaven
Talking about Ayden Heaven...
The Man United centre-back may not be on the training ground, but is still getting in his work when he can.
After picking up a serious leg injury in March, Heaven was able to recover towards the end of the season and join the team on their post-season tour to Asia.
The former Arsenal academy player has enjoyed a relatively productive season at Old Trafford and will look to build on that in Ruben Amorim's first full season in charge.
Man United needs and wants
After Bryan Mbeumo, Man United still want to sign a striker, a centre midfielder and a goalkeeper, the Guardian reports.
As we've bought to you today, Gyokeres and Ter Stegen are the latest names being linked to the forward and goalkeeper position, respectively.
Whilst, the midfield targets remain unknown.
Other reports have stated that the club is aware of needed reinforcement at the centre-back area, with the security of options aside from Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt and Ayden Heaven, undecided.
Man United make Gyokeres approach
Manchester United have made an initial bid for Sporting attacker Viktor Gyokeres, according to similar Sky Sports News sources that have reported on Mbeumo.
United are exploring the terms of a possible agreement.
Having managed Gyokeres at Sporting, head coach Ruben Amorim has a great deal of respect for him.
Regardless of what happens to Rasmus Hjolund, United is still looking for a striker.
The Danish international stated that he will compete for his spot next season and has no plans to leave the team despite links to Inter.
Man United 'optimistic' on Mbeumo deal
Manchester United are expected to go back in with an improved offer for Bryan Mbeumo and remain optimistic a deal can be struck, Dharmesh Sheth of Sky states.
Despite reports suggesting Thomas Frank will try and tempt Bryan Mbeumo to go to Spurs if he takes over as their new head coach, it’s understood the player wants to join United.
Released list
OFFICIAL: Man United confirm nine players will leave the club as free agents this summer, with goalkeeper Tom Heaton in talks over a new contract.
- Christian Eriksen
- Jonny Evans
- Hubert Graczyk
- Jack Kingdon
- Victor Lindelof
- Sam Murray
- Tom Myles
- James Nolan
- Tom Wooster
Ter Stegen demanding payoff to facilitate exit
More from the developing Ter Stegen news...
The German international is demanding that Barcelona pay up his entire salary of €42M to leave the club, Diario SPORT reports.
His contract runs out in 2028, but Barça only want to pay him one-year's salary to terminate his deal.
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