Overview
- Manchester United have already signed Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans and are still seeking a third central midfielder to plug gaps left by Casemiro and the long‑term absence of Manuel Ugarte.
- Journalist Fabrizio Romano says Botafogo’s Danilo was offered to United but the club are not pursuing that option.
- Romano reports Manchester United have held concrete conversations with Manu Kone’s agents but have not opened formal talks with Roma or submitted a club‑to‑club bid.
- Carlos Baleba’s representatives have reconnected with United and the player is reportedly keen to move, with recent coverage citing an asking price near £70 million.
- United are taking a patient, value‑driven approach to this signing which could mean either a higher‑cost Premier League option or a cheaper signing from abroad depending on how negotiations and rival offers develop.