Manchester United could sign Manuel Ugarte from Paris Saint-Germain but at the cost of accepting defeat in the pursuit of Benfica star Joao Neves.
The Red Devils have been linked with both midfielders this summer. Erik ten Hag is understood to be looking at improving his midfield for the 2024/25 season as part of his overhaul of his squad.
Uncertainty over the future of Casemiro and Scott McTominay could see United left short of options. Academy graduate Kobbie Mainoo is almost certain to be one of the first names on the team sheet with Bruno Fernandes, but there is likely to be one space available. READ MORE: Man United transfer news LIVE Joshua Zirkzee signing, Kambwala exit 'close', Onana blow READ MORE: Manchester United "trying hard" to sell defender to finance signings Ugarte and Neves have both been players tipped for big-money moves to Old Trafford.
Ugarte only joined PSG last summer from Sporting CP but United have identified the Uruguay international as an ideal replacement for Casemiro.
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