Manchester United are reportedly still keen on signing Ajax forward Antony. But are Chelsea set to rival United in the race for the forward’s signature? In this article we’ll discuss the rumours surrounding the Ajax forward, as well as Liverpool’s bid for Darwin Nunez. Plus, we’ll take a look at Arsenal’s interest in Frenkie de Jong.
Manchester United still keen on signing Ajax forward Antony
As Mason Greenwood is unsure of his future, Manchester United are looking to sign an attacking player to balance the midfield. While their main target is Ajax’s Antony, other potential targets include Lisandro Martinez and Edson Alvarez. According to a reliable source, the future of Cristiano Ronaldo could not affect their decision to sign Antony.
Despite the interest in the Netherlands’ best attacking player, Manchester United have failed to secure a deal for Antony, who has been linked with a move to Old Trafford. Despite this, his agent has been pressing for a move to Old Trafford and has asked his former club to listen to his offers. Chelsea recently held talks with Antony’s representatives in the UK.
While United have shown their interest in signing Ajax forward Antonio, Chelsea have been linked with a bid for the Spanish international. Ajax have set a PS70 million price tag on the winger, but United were unable to match that price. The Red Devils were then focused on signing Lisandro Martinez instead. This deal is likely to happen before the summer transfer window closes.
Meanwhile, in a move that has been in the works for some time, Manchester United are still keen on signing the Ajax forward Antony as Chelsea switch to defensive tar. Despite the fact that the Blues have moved on to sign Jesse Lingard, Manchester United are still in the running to sign the former Ajax man. With such an aggressive front three, it will be interesting to see if they can complete a deal and bring him to Old Trafford.
Chelsea set to rival United for his signature
Manchester United are interested in signing Dutch midfielder Antony, but the Blues are said to have other targets in mind. Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with the player, while Manchester City are reportedly interested in the 24-year-old. Raphinha, another Brazilian midfielder, is also on Chelsea’s radar. Having snubbed Manchester United in the summer, Chelsea are attempting to strengthen their attacking options at Stamford Bridge.
Despite Manchester United’s interest in signing Antony, the Blues are still confident of securing his services. The forward would strengthen the frontline under Erik ten Hag, while a move to Chelsea would be a reunion with the former Dutch international. However, Chelsea have also met with the player’s representatives. While this is good news for the Blues, the club is also aware of the fact that Antony has expressed a desire to leave Ajax in the summer.
Meanwhile, Manchester United are battling with Barcelona to land Frenkie De Jong. The Dutch club is preparing to play hardball with United for the winger. Despite the recent failure of the deal, Antony’s representatives have travelled to Europe to work out a deal. Chelsea are also believed to be the favourites to sign Antony. They have previously held talks with Ten Hag, but the latter has veto power over the deal.
Liverpool bid for Darwin Nunez
According to Sebas Giovanelli, Liverpool have made an official bid for Darwin Nunez worth EUR80 million plus add-ons. The fee is still subject to negotiations, but the Liverpool bid is set to fetch EUR6 million per season. The two clubs will also agree on how much to pay in installments. While this transfer is still in the early stages, the prospect of Darwin Nunez signing for Liverpool is very bright. It is not known whether Benfica will reject the bid.
There is an interesting situation surrounding Liverpool’s interest in Nunez. The Reds are keen to sign a long-term contract for the forward, as they have been plagued by contract problems with Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane. However, it is also worth noting that the Portuguese international has already impressed Liverpool with his performance this season. He scored 26 goals in 28 matches in the Primera Liga, while assisting four times. Nunez could fill in the void left by Sadio Mane, who is expected to move to Bayern Munich. If Liverpool were to sign Nunez, it would be the first signing since the arrival of Dominic Solanke.
Earlier this week, Man Utd and Liverpool had been in direct contact with Darwin’s agent. However, Liverpool’s agent made contact with the player much faster than the Portuguese club. The two clubs also missed a meeting with Darwin Nunez’s agent, Erik ten Hag, due to food poisoning. Man Utd, on the other hand, have reportedly denied any involvement in the deal, but have not denied it. In any case, the Liverpool bid has landed the Uruguayan a lucrative deal and a new home.
Arsenal interested in signing Frenkie de Jong
Rumours are swirling around the Premier League that Arsenal are interested in signing Frenkie de Jong from Barcelona. The Dutch midfielder joined Barcelona from Ajax in 2019 with the expectation of replacing Sergio Busquets. However, the 24-year-old has failed to replicate his early-career form and is now rumoured to be expendable for Xavi. This move may well result in the departure of Paul Pogba from Old Trafford, and Arsenal are keen to add another attacking player to their ranks.
Reports have suggested that Arsenal are interested in signing Frenkie de Jong from Barcelona, but he is still refusing to sign for the Red Devils. De Jong is reportedly owed PS14.5 million in deferred wages by Barcelona and they do not want to pay him immediately. Chelsea are closely monitoring the situation and will make a move for the 24-year-old once the wage dispute has been settled.
Despite these reports, it appears that Frenkie de Jong is still a target for Arsenal. The Red Devils have met with Youri Tielemans’ agents to negotiate a deal with Barcelona for the Dutch international. However, this deal has not been completed and the Dutch international is still owed PS17m in deferred wages due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Although the deal may be off for now, it is unlikely to be completed any time soon.
Tottenham snub Everton defender Diogo Dalot
The Dutch midfielder is still wanted by Manchester United. However, the Eredivisie is not as competitive as the Premier League. According to Sport, the Dutchman is ‘open’ to a move to Stamford Bridge. The Blues are expected to make a bid for the player. However, it is unknown whether Antony will sign a new contract at Stamford Bridge.
Manchester United and Chelsea are still interested in signing Ajax’s Antony. However, the deal is far from done yet, and a deal cannot be struck for a while. Chelsea are believed to have spoken to Antony’s representatives. It’s believed that the Dutch club are willing to spend $49 million on Antony, and United have sent officials to Amsterdam to seal the deal. Antony’s potential move is complicated by the fact that he’s not yet available at Chelsea, but it is thought that he’ll be part of the United squad.
Despite these factors, Man Utd are interested in signing an experienced defensive midfielder. While they’ve been linked with playmakers such as Christian Eriksen and Frenkie De Jong, the current manager of Manchester United is more interested in getting a more off-ball-focused player. The move is a major boost for United and the club’s transfer fee is likely to be high.
Manchester City make PS30m bid for Marc Cucurella
According to reports, Manchester City have made a PS30m bid for the Brighton and Hove Albion left-back. The Brazilian is currently one of Brighton’s key players, and owner Tony Bloom confirmed last month that the club would not stand in the way of an acceptable offer. Cucurella is also reportedly interested in joining Manchester City due to their Premier League title. The Argentine is expected to have no personal problems with the Citizens, and his potential transfer would be due to the club’s title.
Manchester City have submitted a PS30 million bid for Brighton left-back Marc Cucurella, with the club claiming that the player will cost around PS50 million. The Seagulls value Cucurella at around PS50m, but are willing to accept a lower offer if the City manager is convinced he is a better option than Ben White. The City manager also holds Cucurella in high regard and believes he will fit the profile of a modern-day full-back.
Despite the recent transfer rumours, the news of a PS30 million bid for Cucurella comes as no surprise. The club have already signed defenders including Erling Haaland, but need to strengthen their defence. Pep Guardiola is in the market for a left-back with versatility. Cucurella was a key player for Brighton last season, but the English club are keen to sign him, as he can play in multiple defensive positions.
