Man Utd Transfer Roundup: Tchouameni Bid Accepted, Rashford Returns, Santos Deal Done

Manchester United are making waves in the transfer market with several major developments, including a significant offer for Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni, a potential hijack of a Bundesliga star, the reintegration of Marcus Rashford, and an agreed deal for Chelsea’s Andrey Santos. According to Sergio Valentin, Real Madrid have accepted a €100 million bid from United for Tchouameni. However, the France international currently has no intention of leaving the Bernabeu. United are expected to continue trying to persuade him to move to Old Trafford, as Madrid need to sell before they can sign a new midfielder – with Bernardo Silva among their targets. Meanwhile, United have entered the race for SC Freiburg’s Johan Manzambi. The 20-year-old Swiss midfielder impressed in the Bundesliga and at the World Cup, although he missed Switzerland’s penalty shootout win over Colombia due to injury. Freiburg are demanding €60 million. Newcastle had been in talks and were optimistic, but United are now firmly in contention. Marcus Rashford is set to be reintegrated into the first team after his loan at Barcelona ended. The Catalan club did not exercise their €30 million purchase option, so Rashford will return to Carrington. Manager Michael Carrick is willing to give him a chance to revive his United career, though a permanent sale remains possible if a suitable offer arrives, as most suitors prefer a loan. United have also agreed a deal with Chelsea for midfielder Andrey Santos. The 22-year-old will sign a five-year contract, with United paying €56.3 million plus €2.3 million in achievable add-ons. Chelsea will retain a 10% sell-on clause. Finally, United are reportedly leading the race for Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha, according to BILD. Despite his recent contract extension and Dortmund’s not-for-sale stance, a sale could happen if an offer exceeds €120 million. Dortmund may need to sell to fund their own summer business.