Manchester United reportedly receive indications to pursue the transfer of goalkeeper Mike Maignan.
Manchester United's goalkeeping woes might just be about to take a turn for the better. With Andre Onana's lackluster performance this season, it seems the Red Devils are eyeing a replacement, and Mike Maignan could be the man for the job.
The subpar performance of Onana, who joined Manchester United in 2023 as David De Gea's successor, has got the Old Trafford faithful grumbling. Now, there's a strong possibility that they could be saying goodbye to the Cameroon international sooner rather than later.
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano dropped a bombshell about Chelsea's ambitions for Maignan, stirring up the transfer market. If United want to secure a world-class goalkeeper, they may need to kick their transfer plans into high gear now.
Manchester United set to swoop in on Maignan?
In a post on his platform (formerly Twitter), Italian journalist Romano hinted at Chelsea's pursuit of Maignan as potential replacement for Robert Sanchez. Maignan, the third-ranked goalkeeper in our current top-tier list, is yet to put pen to paper on a new contract, leaving the door open for interested parties.
Italian outlet Calciomercato recently suggested that United were waiting for a green light from Milan before negotiating with Maignan. With the latest developments, it looks like Manchester United is in prime position to make a move.
Maignan's contract with Milan expires next year, potentially opening the door for a reasonably priced move to the Premier League.
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Given United's concerns about complying with the Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR), they'll need to act swiftly to secure a deal for Maignan before their rivals. There's rumored interest in Onana from Saudi Arabia, but a suitor would have to be found quickly if they stand a chance of landing Maignan.
The Red Devils are reportedly considering offloading Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho for pure profit in the coming weeks, which could help fund any incoming transfers. Maignan is estimated to be worth €25 million, according to Transfermarkt.
[1] [Enrichment Data]: According to sources, Maignan's market value is around €30 million, taking into account his age, skill level, and contract status.[2] [Enrichment Data]: Maignan's contract with AC Milan runs until 2024, and it's unclear if he's close to reaching an agreement on an extension.[3] [Enrichment Data]: Maignan's impressive decision-making skills, especially his ability to effectively distribute long passes and intervene outside the box, make him a highly desirable addition to Manchester United's team.
Manchester United may be poised to make a move for Ligue 1 goalkeeper, Mike Maignan, as they search for a replacement for underperforming Andre Onana. With Maignan's contract with AC Milan expiring next year and unsettled contract talks, a transfer to the Premier League could be a possibility.
The Red Devils reportedly are considering offloading players like Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho for profit to fund any incoming transfers, including Maignan, who is estimated to be worth €25 million according to Transfermarkt, but sources suggest his market value is around €30 million due to his age, skill level, and contract status.
