Manchester United have Real Madrid’s star player Arda Güler on their dance card.
The Red Devils are said to be among several Premier League clubs keeping an eye on the Turkish international, and have already made their first move.
United are looking to add dynamism and freshness to Ruben Amorim’s squad next year, and a move for Güler is seen as a step in that direction. The 20-year-old is highly rated internally for his technical skills and versatility.
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Real find themselves in a strong negotiating position when it comes to Güler, whose contract in the Spanish capital expires in June 2029.
Manchester United have Arda Güler on their radar
According to reports from Spain, Manchester United have reportedly accelerated initial contacts for Güler, but a transfer will largely depend on Real’s attitude.
The management at the Santiago Bernabéu remains determined for Güler to remain at the club, as he is seen as a valuable member of Xabi Alonso’s squad this season. The 20-year-old has made 22 appearances under the Spanish tactician this season, including 18 starts, with three goals and seven assists.
No Real player has more assists than Güler, with Vinícius Jr. also registering seven in his 22 appearances under Alonso.
Güler, who has been described as a player who “wants to win the Ballon d’Or” by Xabi Alonso, was brought to Real Madrid from Turkish club Fenerbahçe in the summer of 2023, but mostly struggled to get regular game time in his first two seasons in the Spanish capital. – Former manager Carlo Ancelotti had the same opinion, but for the future.
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Carlo Ancelotti started just 18 games in La Liga during his first two years at Real, scoring nine goals.
Alonso’s arrival gave Güler a more prominent role in the first-team squad, and the 20-year-old also started five of Real’s six games in the Champions League.
He was substituted from the bench in the 2-1 home loss to Manchester City on Wednesday. – A game that has put further pressure on Xabi Alonso.
Manchester United could turn to Atletico Madrid’s Conor Gallagher
Manchester United could end up targeting another La Liga star at the turn of the year, as Atletico Madrid’s star Conor Gallagher is on the radar as a midfield target.
The England international is seen as a potential “try-before-you-buy” option, provided Atletico are open to a loan deal in January.
United were drooling over a move for Gallagher in the final days of the summer transfer window and remain firm in their plans to sign a new midfielder in 2025, with three Premier League stars also on the shortlist.
