Manchester United considering summer transfer of Manchester City midfield player
Man Utd Considering Move for Man City's Impressive Midfielder
Manchester United are casting an eye over James McAtee, the midfielder who's been turning heads at arch-rivals Manchester City.
McAtee's Recent Form
After spending two seasons on loan at Sheffield United and rejoining the Etihad last summer, McAtee has shown his worth, scoring 7 goals in 25 appearances this season for the English champions.
Guardiola's Praise, Minutes Conundrum
Despite Pep Guardiola praising McAtee, the youngster has struggled to secure regular minutes, making only his second league start of the campaign in Manchester City's 2-1 triumph over Aston Villa.
City's Midfield Shake-up
With Kevin De Bruyne's departure imminent, speculation is rife that spaces will open in City's midfield. Yet, with City reportedly pursuing Gibbs-White and Wirtz, McAtee may find his tenure at Etihad uncertain.
Transfer Interest
United, Nottingham Forest, Bayer Leverkusen, Newcastle, and AC Milan are all reportedly keeping a close eye on McAtee's situation as the summer transfer window looms. Leverkusen had tried to snag McAtee on loan in January, but City declined[4].
McAtee's Future
Currently, McAtee has one year left on his deal and is eager to guarantee regular playing time next season, which could prove difficult at the Etihad given the stiff competition.
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The Salford-born McAtee, who joined City at a tender age of 10, made his first-team debut in the Carabao Cup against Wycombe Wanderers in 2021 and won a Community Shield last August, defeating United on penalties[3].
Joining United
Should McAtee make a switch to Old Trafford, he'd become the seventh player to represent both Manchester clubs[3]. Keep tabs on his situation here[1] as the summer transfer window approaches... Or, catch the latest stories on Arsenal, Crystal Palace, or Ian Wright's predictions[5].
Additional Info- McAtee's contract runs until 2026, with one year left- United's potential interest might escalate, given they could complete the rare feat of having a 7th player who represented both Manchester clubs- Leverkusen had previously attempted a loan deal for McAtee but Manchester City declined- McAtee seeks consistent playing time- United, Nottingham Forest, Bayer Leverkusen, Newcastle, and AC Milan are reportedly tracking McAtee's availability[4]
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- Bayer Leverkusen, United, Nottingham Forest, Newcastle, and AC Milan are all reportedly urging for Manchester City's midfielder, James McAtee, as the summer transfer window approaches, due to his eagerness for consistent playing time.
- James McAteer's potential move to Manchester United, should it materialize, would make him the seventh player to represent both Manchester clubs, adding to the storied rivalry between the two football clubs.
- With McAtee's contract running until 2026, only one year left, Manchester City's reluctance to loan him to Bayer Leverkusen earlier this year may have heightened interest from United, as they could complete the rare feat of having a seventh player who represented both Manchester clubs.
- Having scored 7 goals in 25 appearances this season for the English champions, Manchester United is considering making a move for McAtee, who made his first-team debut in the Carabao Cup against Wycombe Wanderers in 2021 and won a Community Shield last August, defeating United on penalties.
