straight to your inboxLionel Messi's tenuous links with Manchester United were inevitable as soon as he handed in his transfer request at Barcelona.United remain one of the most powerful clubs in world football and when the very best players become available it will naturally pique the interest of the Old Trafford high-ups.It almost goes without saying, but United are quite obviously admirers of Messi.
However, that does not mean they want to sign him this summer.Jadon Sancho remains the priority for United and there is argument to suggest he would be better value for money given his age and the fact he ticks every single box of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's new transfer strategy.There is also a much-needed reality check over the potential fees.
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