According to a story in the Spanish media, Manchester United is preparing an aggressive attack on Real Madrid for one of their top players, who is apparently unhappy under manager Xabi Alonso. However, TEAMtalk has examined why it is highly improbable that he would go to Old Trafford.
It has been well-documented that Man Utd are on the market for a new midfielder in 2026. The Red Devils’ primary objective is to acquire a new player for the centre of the park since Ruben Amorim’s team wants to place in the top four of the Premier League this season.
According to TEAMtalk, Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson is Manchester United’s top midfield target for 2026. The Red Devils’ want list also includes Adam Wharton of Crystal Palace, Carlos Baleba of Brighton & Hove Albion, and Joao Gomes of Wolves.
Federico Valverde of Real Madrid is reportedly a target for Manchester United, according to E-Noticies. According to reports, Man Utd “plans to submit an offer that would exceed €120 million (£105.2 million, $139 million) for Valverde.”
Man Utd planning €120m offer for complete Real Madrid midfielder
The 27-year-old Uruguayan international, who has won La Liga three times and the Champions League twice with Madrid thus far in his career, has been forced to play right-back due to injuries and has not had much of an influence in Alonso’s system.
Given the fierce rivalry between Barcelona and Real Madrid, the rumour concerning Valverde and Manchester United must be seen with a grain of salt because E-Noticies is a Catalan news source. To be fair, E-Noticies has pointed out that Madrid is remaining cautious and has not made a definitive decision about Valverde’s future.
Madrid would close the door without hesitation if Valverde returns to his peak at the conclusion of the season, even though there will be no drastic moves in January. Rumours connecting Valverde to Manchester United have already surfaced in the Spanish media.
