After a period of uncertainty, Ineos finally confirmed Erik ten Hag’s continuation as Manchester United manager, following a thorough end-of-season evaluation. Now, ten Hag is focused on preparing for the upcoming season and making up for lost time.
Ten Hag is actively working to strengthen key areas of the squad, particularly in central defense, midfield, and striker positions. He is reaching out to potential signings to bolster the team.
Meanwhile, Manchester United must carefully manage their expenditures to comply with Premier League limits. Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his team at Ineos are expected to be stringent with player sales this summer to streamline the squad.
In another development, Manchester United is preparing for the possibility that Mason Greenwood might not be sold within the next two weeks, necessitating his reintroduction to the team during pre-season. Despite Greenwood being valued at £40 million, no substantial offers have come in yet. Lazio has reportedly made a £30 million bid.
Greenwood has been absent from the team since January 2022 due to legal issues, which were dismissed in February 2023. He has consistently denied the allegations.
According to the Manchester Evening News, Juventus and Napoli have shown interest in Greenwood, who spent last season on loan at Getafe.
The Spanish club has expressed a desire to retain him for the upcoming season. With only twelve months left on his contract, discussions have also taken place with Borussia Dortmund about a potential move for the 22-year-old forward.
Additionally, Manchester United has been linked with Manuel Ugarte, a midfielder currently representing Uruguay at the Copa America. Ugarte is managed by the same agent as Paris Saint-Germain’s players. His agent, Jorge Chijane, addressed the speculation about Ugarte’s future, noting the interest from various clubs, including previous links to Liverpool.
Chijane stated, “Liverpool? There has been a lot of discussion, but there are other clubs in the mix as well. While much is being said, I cannot confirm the club yet. There are several opportunities on the table. It’s highly likely he will depart; it seems unlikely he will stay. I believe the situation will be resolved soon.”
As the summer transfer window progresses, Manchester United is navigating intricate negotiations and strategic decisions. The aim is to reinforce the squad, address potential departures, and secure incoming transfers that will shape their competitive ambitions for the upcoming season.
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