Rumor has it: Man Utd have 'first option' chasing Atletico Madrid's Joao Felix
Negotiations continue as Manchester United seek to land underprivileged Atletico Madrid striker Joao Felix on loan this month.
Joao Felix became Atletico's club record in 2019 when they bought him from Benfica for €126m, but he failed to live up to his potential under Diego Simeone.
The Portugal international with 28 senior caps has started just seven of the 15 La Liga appearances he has had this campaign, but has recently hit some form, scoring four goals in his last three appearances before defeat 1 -0 from Sunday against Barcelona.
Joao Felix's performances at the World Cup, coupled with his rediscovered nose for goal, have begun to rehabilitate a depressed transfer value - and he is said to be at United for the taking.
TOP STORY – UNITED IN THE BOX SEAT FOR JOAO FELIX
According to the Mirror, United have been given 'option one' on any Joao Felix deal, meaning they will have 48 hours to match any offer Atletico deem acceptable.
United have reportedly submitted a loan offer, including a £3m (€3.4m) fee, while also covering the 23-year-old's salary, but it was turned down .
In return, Atletico have offered a loan fee of £9.5m (€10.8m) as well as a commitment on a mandatory transfer fee of £70.5m sterling (80.2 million euros) at the end of the season.
The report also included information that the Spanish side expect an offer from Arsenal, while Fichajes adds that the Rojiblancos have a keen interest in United youngster Alejandro Garnacho - a former United academy member Atletico youth.
DIVISION
– According to the Daily Mail, Chelsea will turn to versatile RB Leipzig striker Dani Olmo if they fail in their pursuit of Shakhtar Donestk winger Mykhaylo Mudryk.
– Tottenham have chosen Everton and England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford as their desired replacement for captain Hugo Lloris, according to the Mirror.
- ESPN reports that Arsenal, Chelsea, United, Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Bayern Munich and Milan are all competing for Borussia Monchengladbach striker Marcus Thuram as he enters the final six months of his contract.
- According to Sky Sports Germany, Leeds United are taking a close look at Hoffenheim striker Georginio Rutter. The Bundesliga side have confirmed there is interest in the Premier League, having opted to leave Rutter out of their upcoming friendly against Servette.
- Diario Sport report that Arsenal and Newcastle are the two main teams monitoring Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde, who could become available at the end of the season if he decides not to extend his contract beyond from 2024.
Negotiations continue as Manchester United seek to land underprivileged Atletico Madrid striker Joao Felix on loan this month.
Joao Felix became Atletico's club record in 2019 when they bought him from Benfica for €126m, but he failed to live up to his potential under Diego Simeone.
The Portugal international with 28 senior caps has started just seven of the 15 La Liga appearances he has had this campaign, but has recently hit some form, scoring four goals in his last three appearances before defeat 1 -0 from Sunday against Barcelona.
Joao Felix's performances at the World Cup, coupled with his rediscovered nose for goal, have begun to rehabilitate a depressed transfer value - and he is said to be at United for the taking.
TOP STORY – UNITED IN THE BOX SEAT FOR JOAO FELIX
According to the Mirror, United have been given 'option one' on any Joao Felix deal, meaning they will have 48 hours to match any offer Atletico deem acceptable.
United have reportedly submitted a loan offer, including a £3m (€3.4m) fee, while also covering the 23-year-old's salary, but it was turned down .
In return, Atletico have offered a loan fee of £9.5m (€10.8m) as well as a commitment on a mandatory transfer fee of £70.5m sterling (80.2 million euros) at the end of the season.
The report also included information that the Spanish side expect an offer from Arsenal, while Fichajes adds that the Rojiblancos have a keen interest in United youngster Alejandro Garnacho - a former United academy member Atletico youth.
DIVISION
– According to the Daily Mail, Chelsea will turn to versatile RB Leipzig striker Dani Olmo if they fail in their pursuit of Shakhtar Donestk winger Mykhaylo Mudryk.
– Tottenham have chosen Everton and England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford as their desired replacement for captain Hugo Lloris, according to the Mirror.
- ESPN reports that Arsenal, Chelsea, United, Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Bayern Munich and Milan are all competing for Borussia Monchengladbach striker Marcus Thuram as he enters the final six months of his contract.
- According to Sky Sports Germany, Leeds United are taking a close look at Hoffenheim striker Georginio Rutter. The Bundesliga side have confirmed there is interest in the Premier League, having opted to leave Rutter out of their upcoming friendly against Servette.
- Diario Sport report that Arsenal and Newcastle are the two main teams monitoring Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde, who could become available at the end of the season if he decides not to extend his contract beyond from 2024.
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