Man Utd transfer news LIVE: Fernandes ‘seriously considering’ Saudi move, Hojlund ‘in Osimhen SWAP deal’, Cunha MEDICAL
MANCHESTER UNITED are preparing for a HUGE summer transfer window - after missing out on Champions League football and a poor season.
But English giants could be about to lose their skipper with Bruno Fernandes said to be 'seriously considering' a mega-money move to Al-Hilal.
Meanwhile, the Red Devils could potentially sign Victor Osimhen from Napoli for £33.7m plus Rasmus Hojlund.
In other news, Matheus Cunha's medical is now IMMINENT after the club met the Wolves star's £62.5m release clause
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Matheus Cunha latest
Matheus Cunha is still waiting to undergo his medical with Manchester United.
According to transfer insider Ben Jacobs, "all is on track" regarding Cunha's move.
The forward's contract may not start until July 1 to allow United to place the first instalment on the next financial year.
The Brazil international is waiting on a visa before undergoing his medical at Old Trafford.
More on Delap
Chelsea are closing in on Ipswich Town star Liam Delap in a major blow for Manchester United.
SunSport revealed exclusively on May 14 that the Blues were growing increasingly confident they could beat United to the £30million forward.
A deal could be announced as early as next week as Chelsea look to build on a strong finish to the season.
They won the Conference League on Wednesday just three days after securing a top four Premier League slot and qualifying for next season's Champions League.
Delap, 22, scored 12 goals despite getting relegated with Town.
He has a £30m release clause in his contract and is keen to join boss Enzo Maresca at Stamford Bridge.
Manchester United were interested but their lack of European football next season works against them.
Cristiano Ronaldo latest
Al-Nassr are confident they can keep Cristiano Ronaldo just days after the Manchester United legend indicated he would leave the club.
Ronaldo declared earlier this week his “chapter is over” in Saudi Arabia.
Speculation had already begun on the five-time Ballon d’Or winner’s next destination with him seemingly in no mood to retire.
But Al-Nassr sporting director Fernando Hierro believes he can change the 40-year-old’s mind and get him to pen a new deal.
I have to be positive. I don’t think Ronaldo will leave Al-Nassr. In any case, we are working hard on all aspects.
Ronaldo’s contract with Al-Nassr runs until the end of June 30.
We will work to renew his contract so he can continue with us, and there are many clubs interested in signing him.
He is a huge phenomenon in the history of football and has helped the league grow.
We are in contact to renew his contract and hope he continues with us.
Fernando Hierro
'Hojlund for Osimhen swap'
A Manchester United chief reportedly flew to Naples earlier this week to discuss a potential swap deal including Rasmus Hojlund.
According to , Hojlund could be used as part as a swap deal for Napoli star Victor Osimhen.
Man Utd transfer chief Matt Hargreaves allegedly flew to Italy recently to speak to the Partenopei's executives about a potential move.
The Italian champions are understood to be keen on the prospect of signing the United flop.
And they would be willing to part ways with Osimhen, who spent the 2024-25 season on loan at Galatasaray.
Fernandes ‘seriously considering’ Al-Hilal
Bruno Fernandes is entertaining a shock move to Saudi Arabia, it's been claimed.
Manchester United's skipper is currently being eyed by Al-Hilal, who are looking to make a marquee signing this summer following Neymar's departure.
The Saudi Pro League side are understood to be willing to pay a whopping £100million to secure the services of Fernandes, who would take home a pretty penny if he were to move to The Kingdom.
And the 30-year-old is said to be "giving serious consideration" to the move.
That's according to The Athletic, who claims talks for the Portugal international to join Al-Hilal are already underway.
Should Fernandes accept the lucrative offer on the table, his last game as a Red Devil could take place TODAY.
United play Hong Kong in a friendly this afternoon as part of their end-of-season tour of Asia.
Chelsea ‘to pay Delap release clause’
Manchester United may have been dealt a massive transfer blow ahead of the summer market.
That is because Ipswich Town star Liam Delap could soon be confirmed as Chelsea’s first major summer signing.
Delap has been linked to a string of major clubs, including United.
But the Blues have reportedly agreed to pay the striker’s release clause.
And it’s understood the England Under-21 international now just needs to agree personal terms.
Delap opts against United move
Chelsea are closing in on Ipswich striker Liam Delap.
SunSport revealed exclusively on May 14 that the Blues were growing increasingly confident they could beat Manchester United to the £30million forward.
A deal could be announced as early as next week as Chelsea look to build on a strong finish to the season.
They won the Conference League on Wednesday just three days after securing a top four Premier League slot and qualifying for next season's Champions League.
Delap, 22, scored 12 goals despite getting relegated with Town.
He has a £30m release clause in his contract and is keen to join boss Enzo Maresca at Stamford Bridge.
Manchester United were interested, but their lack of European football next season works against them.
Mainoo disunited?
Ruben Amorim might need to sell before he can revamp his Manchester United squad with newcomers.
And it’s claimed midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, 20, is one of the vulnerable Red Devils.
Football Insider reckon the Old Trafford academy product could be sold if an offer of around £70million came in.
Mainoo already has 10 England caps.
But it’s suggested his style doesn’t suit manager Amorim’s system.
Bruno link to Al-Hilal steps up
Bruno Fernandes' agent has held "productive" talks with Al-Hilal, according to reports.
The Saudi side are pushing hard to sign the Manchester United captain in the coming days.
Credit: Reuters Fernandes, 30, has been on the Red Devils' post-season tour in Malaysia.
According to transfer expert , his agent Miguel Pinho, meanwhile, jetted to Saudi Arabia to meet with Al-Hilal chiefs.
Club president Fahad bin Nafel is said to have engaged in positive talks with Pinho at the Four Seasons hotel in Riyadh.
Al-Hilal are set to participate in the expanded Club World Cup next month and want to recruit a new superstar in time to feature.
It was previously reported that last year's Saudi champions wanted an answer from Fernandes' camp within 72 hours.
The Portuguese midfielder is yet to give a concrete answer.
United's stance is said to be that they'd like to keep their skipper. His future could be settled later this week.
Angel returns home
Angel Di Maria is returning to his first club.
The ex-Manchester United winger, 37, is out of contract with Benfica next month.
And the Argentinian has already tied up a move to home-country team Rosario Central.
The winger failed to win any honours during a mediocre one-season stay at Old Trafford in 2014-15.
But he'd won LaLiga and the Champions League before that with Real Madrid.
And after leaving United he picked up five Ligue 1 titles in seven seasons at Paris Saint-Germain.
Di Maris was heavily tipped to go back to Argentina this summer - with Rosario duly pouncing.
Sesko finally tipped for Prem move
Arsenal are negotiating to sign top Prem target Benjamin Sesko.
So says transfer guru Fabrizio Romano as the Gunners prioritise recruiting a world class striker this summer.
Romano reckons the Gunners have held “concrete talks” with RB Leipzig over the 21-year-old Slovenian.
Credit: Shutterstock Editorial Sesko’s 21-goal haul this season is under that of rival targets Viktor Gyokeres and Victor Osimhen.
But the 6ft 5ins star Sesko has time on his side.
Red Devils caught Napping with Scott sale
COMMENT: It is questionable why any Scotsman would venture outside in 27 degrees of searing Italian sunshine, writes ANDY DILLON.
Proceeding to slug neat whisky from a bottle while sitting atop a roofless bus the day before meeting the Pope represents a whole new level of judgement.
Scott McTominay’s hands were probably shaking with more than nerves as he stood to meet Leo XIV while nursing a biblical hangover.
But as a young man with the world at his feet and a Serie A winner’s medal round his neck, Scottish football’s new Messiah can do whatever he likes. And besides, daft decisions have been following him around for some time.
Not least the one by his former club Manchester United, who thought it great business to flog him to Napoli for £25million last summer, having rejected a bid of £30m from West Ham because it was not enough.
Despite being 6ft 3in, McTominay could never look Paul Scholes, Roy Keane, Paul Ince or Bryan Robson in the eye.
But he has scored more goals this term than Rasmus Hojlund — United’s £72m striker. He also scored on the final day for Napoli, who won the Scudetto by a solitary point.
McTominay’s sale was dressed up as a financial necessity but the £42m splashed out on replacement Manuel Ugarte doesn’t look like the best trade off.
Click below for the full verdict:
Blues edge closer to permanent Jadon deal
Chelsea have asked Jadon Sancho to agree to a new contract before completing a £25million transfer, according to reports.
The England international, 25, spent the 2024-25 season on loan at Stamford Bridge from Old Trafford.
Chelsea have a £25m obligation to buy Sancho in the summer transfer window.
However, they do have a £5m penalty clause to break out of the deal and escape the obligation.
Now are reporting that the Blues are in negotiations with the winger’s representatives over his future.
Chelsea most likely want Sancho to stay in West London. However, Sky claim they will only sign him if he agrees to fit into the wage structure at the club.
Sancho earns a whopping £350,000 per week at United, where he has one year left on his current deal.
But part of the Todd Boehly regime is signing players on relatively low wages. Star-man Cole Palmer is on £130,000 per week.
One Ek of a transfer fight
Liverpool have entered the hunt for Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike.
The £84million-rated Frenchman, 22, has been linked with Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester United.
But it's claimed new Prem champs Liverpool are now in pole position.
The Reds have reportedly launched negotiations for Ekitike.
United hoping to end tour on a high
United are warming up for Friday's tour finale - after an embarrassing defeat in their open.
The Red Devils slumped 1-0 to makeshift Asian side ASEAN All-Stars on Thursday.
Mason Mount and Co trained at the Hong Kong Stadium Now they face Hong Kong - amid a gruelling trip that's been much criticised by many pundits.
No doubt the brief tour is a money-spinner but it comes just when players might normally be preparing for a rest.
Bruno Fernandes signed autographs at the training session
New Trafford for United?
Burnley's James Trafford is rated a shock candidate if Manchester United decide to replace keeper Andre Onana.
say United are keen on the former Manchester City shot-stopper, 22, who is uncapped at senior level but in the England squad
Trafford impressed with Burnley this season with Scott Parker labelling him “world-class”.
He kept 29 clean sheets in 45 games last term, winning the Championship golden glove.
Chelsea star Cole Palmer memorably called him “the best” during England’s under-21s Euros glory.
Fernandes agent in 'productive' talks with Al-Hilal
Bruno Fernandes' agent has held "productive" talks with Al-Hilal, according to reports.
The Saudi side are pushing hard to sign the Manchester United captain in the coming days.
Credit: Getty Fernandes, 30, has been on the Red Devils' post-season tour in Malaysia.
According to transfer expert , his agent Miguel Pinho, meanwhile, jetted to Saudi Arabia to meet with Al-Hilal chiefs.
Club president Fahad bin Nafel is said to have engaged in positive talks with Pinho at the Four Seasons hotel in Riyadh.
Al-Hilal are set to participate in the expanded Club World Cup next month and want to recruit a new superstar in time to feature.
It was previously reported that last year's Saudi champions wanted an answer from Fernandes' camp within 72 hours.
The Portuguese midfielder is yet to give a concrete answer.
United's stance is said to be that they'd like to keep their skipper. His future could be settled later this week.
Di Maria joins boyhood team
Angel Di Maria is returning to his first club.
The ex-Manchester United winger, 37, is out of contract with Benfica next month.
And the Argentinian has already tied up a move to home-country team Rosario Central.
The winger failed to win any honours during a mediocre one-season stay at Old Trafford in 2014-15.
But he'd won LaLiga and the Champions League before that with Real Madrid.
And after leaving United he picked up five Ligue 1 titles in seven seasons at Paris Saint-Germain.
Di Maris was heavily tipped to go back to Argentina this summer - with Rosario duly pouncing.
Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 'Mainoo could go for £70m'
Ruben Amorim might need to sell before he can revamp his Manchester United squad with newcomers.
And it's claimed midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, 20, is one of the vulnerable Red Devils.
Football Insider reckon the Old Trafford academy product could be sold if an offer of around £70million came in.
Mainoo already has 10 England caps.
But it's suggested his style doesn't suit manager Amorim's system.
Credit: Getty Gunners favourites for Sesko
Arsenal are negotiating to sign top Prem target Benjamin Sesko.
So says transfer guru Fabrizio Romano as the Gunners prioritise recruiting a world class striker this summer.
Romano reckons the Gunners have held "concrete talks" with RB Leipzig over the 21-year-old Slovenian.
Sesko's 21-goal haul this season is under that of rival targets Viktor Gyokeres and Victor Osimhen.
But the 6ft 5ins star Sesko has time on his side.
Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 'Liverpool join United in Maghnes hunt'
Liverpool could join Manchester United in reportedly pursuing Monaco's Maghnes Akliouche.
It's claimed the Prem champions are amongst the latest admirers of the £50million-rated French attacker.
The Monaco academy product, 23, has just enjoyed by far his best season.
That include providing seven goals and 12 assists in 43 games.
Monaco qualified for the Champions League by finishing third in Ligue 1.
But Caught Offside still believe Akliouche could be on his way this summer - three years before his contract expires.
Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
Prem target in huge demand
Regular Prem target Jonathan David is again at the centre of a transfer scramble.
Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Tottenham Newcastle and West Ham have all been linked with the Lille striker in recent weeks.
Credit: AFP The Canadian, 25, has confirmed he'll be leaving his Ligue 1 club on a free transfer this summer.
Inter Milan and Juventus have been mentioned over possible moves for the pacy attacker.
But it's claimed Napoli are now the clear frontrunners.
The newly-crowned Italian champions are reportedly in talks with David and confident of agreeing a deal soon.
Chelsea unveil plan for Sancho deal
Chelsea have asked Jadon Sancho to agree to a new contract before completing a £25million transfer, according to reports.
The England international, 25, spent the 2024-25 season on loan at Stamford Bridge from Old Trafford.
Chelsea have a £25m obligation to buy Sancho in the summer transfer window.
However, they do have a £5m penalty clause to break out of the deal and escape the obligation.
Now are reporting that the Blues are in negotiations with the winger's representatives over his future.
Chelsea most likely want Sancho to stay in West London. However, Sky claim they will only sign him if he agrees to fit into the wage structure at the club.
Sancho earns a whopping £350,000 per week at United, where he has one year left on his current deal.
But part of the Todd Boehly regime is signing players on relatively low wages. Star-man Cole Palmer is on £130,000 per week.
Red Devils ready to 'trigger Kean release clause'
Manchester United have been tipped to come in strong for ex-Everton striker Moise Kean.
The Fiorentina hero netted just twice in 32 games for the Toffees from 2019-2023, also being loaned out to PSG and Juventus.
Credit: Getty But he's rebuilt his career in Serie A - on the way to 21 Italian caps so far.
It's claimed United are willing to trigger the 25-year-old's (£43.8m) release clause.
Kean hit 25 goals in 44 matches for Fiorentina in 2024-25.
Saudis insist Ronaldo might stay
Al-Nassr reckon they can keep Cristiano Ronaldo - despite Manchester United legend suggesting he'll leave.
The 40-year-old declared earlier this week his "chapter is over" in Saudi Arabia, two years after his abrupt Old Trafford departure.
The Portugal striker has failed to win a major trophy with Al-Nassr but topped the Saudi Pro League scoring charts two seasons in a row.
Ronaldo appeared to announce his exit on Monday ahead of his contract expiring on June 30. In a cryptic social media post, the five-time Ballon d'Or winner wrote: "This chapter is over. The story? Still being written. Grateful to all."
But Al-Nassr sporting director Fernando Hierro told a press conference today: "I have to be positive. I don’t think Ronaldo will leave Al-Nassr.
"In any case, we are working hard on all aspects. We will work to renew his contract so he can continue with us, and there are many clubs interested in signing him.
"He is a huge phenomenon in the history of football and has helped the league grow."
Fifa president Gianni Infantino hinted last week Ronaldo has been in talks over joining a team involved in the upcoming Club World Cup.
