Manchester United could look to take advantage of Federico Valverde’s bust-up with Real Madrid by attempting to lure the Uruguay star to Old Trafford this summer
Federico Valverde has become a Manchester United target(Image: Getty Images)
Manchester United are weighing up a shock move for Real Madrid outcast Federico Valverde. The Uruguay star has found himself an outcast in the Spanish capital following his training ground bust-up with team-mate Aurelién Tchouaméni.
The incident left Valverde needing hospital treatment for concussion – which has left him sidelined for the remainder of the season. The Real vice captain was forced to issue a public statement and made a grovelling apology. But it’s understood club bosses remain furious with the midfielder, and will now consider selling him this summer.
To make matters worse, senior figures in the Real dressing room have sided with Tchouameni – and want Valverde to be sold ahead of next season.
United are keeping close tabs on the situation at the Bernabeu. The English giants are keen to bolster their midfield options this summer, and have shown interest in Tchouameni.
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But the French World Cup winner is said to be reluctant to leave Real, in the wake of the recent support his club has shown him over his clash with Valverde.
It remains to be seen if Valverde would be interested in a move to United. While the Uruguayan international is under contract until 2029 – and would commend a huge transfer fee.
Valverde could be sold following a bust-up with Aurelien Tchouameni(Image: Europa Press Sports, Europa Press via Getty Images)
United have made signing two top class midfielders a priority this summer. Casemiro will leave Old Trafford at the end of the season, while United are expected to sell Manuel Ugarte to the highest bidder.
Possible targets of United include Elliot Anderson, Carlos Baleba, Adam Wharton, Tchouameni and now Valverde.
Valverde, 27, has won 73 international caps and will be part of the Uruguay squad for this summer’s World Cup in North America.
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