Manchester United looking to hijack AC Milan's move for 25-year-old midfielder - Reports

Manchester United are keen to beat AC Milan to the signing of France international Youssouf Fofana this summer from Ligue 1 outfit AS Monaco. The Red Devils are in the market for a new defensive midfielder after failing to trigger the buy option clause for Sofyan Amrabat.

French midfielder Fofana has made clear his intentions to leave the principality club this summer, with Italy his preferred destination. AC Milan have registered their interest in the Frenchman and held talks with his club over a transfer to the San Siro. Both clubs have, however, failed to find a common ground to facilitate the transfer of the 25-year-old.

Manchester United are looking to add a defensive midfielder to their ranks this summer following the struggles of Casemiro in 2023-24. Get Football News Italy reported that the Red Devils have presented a proposal to the France international to try and beat AC Milan to his signature.

AC Milan have an agreement in place with Youssouf Fofana on personal terms and the midfielder has been waiting for them to reach an agreement with his club. The entry of Erik ten Hag's side has now made things complicated for the Italian giants.

United had earlier reached an agreement with Manuel Ugarte on personal terms. However, the Red Devils declined to proceed with the transfer after failing to agree on a transfer fee for the Uruguayan with PSG.

United have been linked with several defensive midfielders this summer, including Burnley man Sander Berge. With Scott McTominay on the transfer list, the club is certain to sign at least one defensive midfielder, with Fofana the latest name on their list.

Ligue 1 giants approach Manchester United for returning forward - Reports

French Ligue 1 champions PSG have made an initial approach to Manchester United for the signing of winger Jadon Sancho this summer, as per Sky Sports. The England international is on the radar of the French club despite seemingly re-establishing himself in Erik ten Hag's plans.

Sancho had a falling out with the Dutch manager last season, which ultimately led him to spend the second half of the season at Borussia Dortmund. The forward returned to Old Trafford this summer and has featured in pre-season.

PSG are prioritising the addition of a winger to their ranks, particularly following the exit of Kylian Mbappe from the club. With his valuation being in the region of £40 million, Sancho could prove to be a decent option for Les Parisiens to strengthen their squad this summer.