A double blow for Manchester United as Andreas Pereira and ZLATAN IBRAHIMOVIC look set to leave the club and Inter Miami CF are reportedly interested in signing Cristiano Ronaldo. Both players are rated among the top players of their respective countries and could be in line for a move away from Old Trafford. In a separate story, the agent of Cristiano Ronaldo has offered his client to Atletico Madrid.
Andreas Pereira looks set to leave Manchester United
With several players on the move, Andreas Pereira looks set to leave Manchester this summer. The midfielder is out of contract with Manchester United at the end of the season and is wanted by Atletico Madrid. He is being linked with a return to Brazil, but this is unlikely as he is not interested in moving to England. The club has a number of other priorities. But Pereira could be a perfect fit at Old Trafford, where he is already loved by fans.
The 26-year-old joined the Manchester United academy in 2012 and has spent the past two years on loan at Flamengo. The Brazilian midfielder has failed to make an impact in Manchester, spending the last two seasons in Serie A. The club would like to thank Andreas for his years of service. But he is ready to move on to a new club. Here’s why he might want a fresh start:
Despite spending almost two years at Manchester United, Andreas Pereira has finally signed a contract to join newly promoted Fulham. The Brazilian will cost Fulham PS10 million plus PS3 million in add-ons, according to the Daily Mirror. The deal will reportedly include a 20% sell-on clause. Andreas Pereira spent last season on loan at Flamengo, where he struggled to play regular football.
ZLATAN Ibrahimovic rejoins Manchester United
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has re-signed with Manchester United on a one-year deal, according to reports. The Swedish striker left United for the LA Galaxy last season and scored 28 goals in 46 appearances, but suffered an injury to his knee that sidelined him for the remainder of the campaign. Since recovering, Ibrahimovic has scored six goals in his last three Galaxy outings. The former Barcelona forward has previously stated that he views himself as a lion, not a man.
Ibrahimovic joined Manchester United on a free transfer last summer, but was released a month later after suffering a knee ligament injury against Anderlecht. Although he had been injured throughout the season, he remained in contact with the manager, and the two sides decided to renew their relationship. The Swedish striker will wear number 10 at Old Trafford, while Romelu Lukaku will take the number nine.
It’s been reported that Ibrahimovic’s medical team is confident he’ll be ready to play again this month. Jose Mourinho initially refused to renew Ibrahimovic’s contract after he suffered his first major physical breakdown. However, the Swedish striker has worked closely with Manchester United’s medical staff in their Carrington training base and is expected to be back by the end of October. While this is far from certain, there is still a chance that the Swedish striker will sign a short-term loan deal with Everton.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s agent offers his client to Atletico Madrid
It is reported that Atletico Madrid turned down a deal to sign Cristiano Ronaldo last week after his agent offered him to the Spanish side. Real Madrid were struggling to comply with Financial Fair Play rules and adding Ronaldo to their wage books could be a problem. The move would also force Atletico to sell another player or find a new revenue stream. But if the Real Madrid-based side want to keep Cristiano Ronaldo, it might not be so easy for Atletico to turn down the deal.
Manchester United want a new right-back and are willing to pay a big fee to get him. It is understood that Atletico have already made an offer to Ronaldo but it is unlikely to be a formal one. But if the agent is right, the move to Atletico is not impossible. Mendes is one of the best agents in the world and would be keen to sign a top player. But it is not clear if the deal would be done.
The agent for Cristiano Ronaldo revealed that the Portuguese forward is willing to take a pay cut to join Atletico. The move would be a big boost to the Spanish club’s finances, but a 30% pay cut is not a big enough incentive for the player. However, the agent also pointed out that the deal may be a ploy to attract Champions League interest.
Inter Miami CF are interested in signing Cristiano Ronaldo
David Beckham, co-owner of the struggling MLS club, is interested in bringing the five-time Ballon d’Or to Miami. Since the club’s formation, Beckham has been bringing in top European talent for the South Florida side. This has included signings such as Gonzalo Higuain and Blaise Matuidi. However, Beckham isn’t the only person in Miami interested in Ronaldo. The Brazilian wants to stay in Europe, as he feels leaving the continent early would be detrimental to his career.
Beckham told ESPN that he ‘aspires’ to sign big names in the future. The club’s new jersey was unveiled last week, and the former Manchester United star said he wanted to attract great players from Europe to the U.S. Inter Miami CF is expected to improve on its debut season in the MLS next year. Beckham acknowledged that adding superstars to the team was a part of the strategy, but added that “in the long run, we’ll be stronger than ever”.
Juventus are struggling to pay Ronaldo’s huge wages, and he’ll be out of contract in 2021-22. Although Juventus are keen to extend his contract with him for another two years, Ronaldo would prefer a move to the MLS. Nevertheless, he’s unlikely to leave Juventus this summer if they fail to win the Champions League next year. The five-time Ballon d’Or is currently playing for Manchester United, which makes Inter Miami CF’s interest in him all the more intriguing.
Atletico Madrid have ruled out a move for Ronaldo
Atletico Madrid have been linked with a deal to sign Cristiano Ronaldo, but this isn’t looking likely. They’ve ruled out a deal because they don’t think he can join them for a fee they can afford. The club are also unwilling to risk losing one of their most important players in the process. As a result, Atletico will have to look elsewhere for a top player.
The Spanish club are currently in surplus of their financial fair play target, so they need to sell some players to raise the money. Even if they’re able to raise the money, they’ll need to pay a massive wage to sign a world-class player. Despite this, Ronaldo is the ideal replacement for Luis Suarez. However, there’s no guarantee a move for Ronaldo will happen anytime soon, as Atletico would need to sell a player to make the money.
Although the club has no players above the age of 13, a deal for Ronaldo would still be a major boost for Atletico’s image. Ronaldo’s agent has already spoken to Diego Simeone about the possibility of a move to Atletico Madrid. The two clubs were linked last week, with Simeone reportedly persuaded Ronaldo to join Atletico.
Juventus are interested in signing Cristiano Ronaldo
Manchester City have been linked with a move to sign Cristiano Ronaldo this summer. The Red Devils missed out on the signing of Tottenham forward Harry Kane this summer. Juventus are holding out for EUR30million for their star player. Although they will not meet this price, they are willing to sell his contract to a rival club. Manchester City have held talks with Cristiano Ronaldo’s agent Jorge Mendes. Manchester City have so far been unable to sign Kane, so they will need to wait until the summer transfer window opens again.
PSG owner Nasser Al-Khelaifi has said he wants both Ronaldo and Messi in the same team. And, he’s ready to go all out to get Ronaldo. Juventus have two big targets in their sights. They are keen to sign Neymar, who is also wanted by the club. Cristiano Ronaldo’s release clause is EUR1bn and Juventus are prepared to match that price.
Manchester City and Juventus’ interest in Ronaldo are unsurprising. Juventus’ youth team have enjoyed tremendous success under the Portuguese ace. The move would reunite Ronaldo with former Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho. The transfer would be a sensation and would be a coup for both parties. If a deal with Juventus is finalised, Ronaldo could become the next Manchester United player to move to the Etihad.
Inter are interested in signing ZLATAN Ibrahimovic
Italian giants Inter have indicated interest in signing Swedish forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The 33-year-old has been linked with a move to Inter Milan, with the deal worth EUR24.8 million. Juventus have previously claimed that the sale of Patrick Vieira to Inter would be their last high-profile departure. Ibrahimovic, however, has declined to discuss the deal. The move could be the first step in the process of a permanent switch.
Juve’s latest move to sign a replacement for Ibrahimovic is highly unlikely at the moment. The Swedish international has recently extended his contract with AC Milan, which runs until 2023. His wage demands have increased over the past two seasons, and the club is currently preparing an official statement. While the move has not yet been finalised, Inter are likely to keep Ibrahimovic in Italy as a long-term solution.
Mino Raiola is believed to be the main agent for the Swedish international. Ibrahimovic’s agent has a vast quantity of footballers and has established a strong reputation for representing clients with exceptional ability. Although he is in his twilight years, he has scored thirty goals in 30 games for the LA Galaxy this season and provided seven assists to teammates. This transfer would make Inter’s midfield stronger and boost the club’s chances of winning the Italian league title.
