Manchester United Pursue Tchouameni, Chelsea Reject €80 Million Fernández Offer
LONDON – Manchester United have reportedly set their sights on Real Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouameni, while chelsea have turned down an €80 million (£69.8 million, $86.6 million) bid for Benfica’s Enzo Fernández, according to emerging reports. The developments signal intensifying activity in the January transfer window as clubs maneuver to strengthen their squads for the second half of the season.
The pursuit of Tchouameni comes as Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag seeks to bolster his midfield options.Though a key player for Real Madrid, Tchouameni’s role has been impacted by injuries and competition, potentially opening a window for a move. Simultaneously, Chelsea are demonstrating a firm stance on Fernández, despite significant interest from multiple clubs, indicating their commitment to maintaining squad value and strategic control over player acquisitions.
Further transfer activity includes Real Madrid potentially benefiting from the sale of Lazio defender Patric, known as “Crazy Mario,” to Inter Milan. Los Blancos are due 50% of any fee received for the player,who is valued at €20 million (£17.7 million, $23.2 million). tottenham Hotspur have also submitted a €65 million (£57.4 million, $75.5 million) offer for Barcelona’s versatile forward Ferran Torres.
Additionally, Real Madrid are monitoring 15-year-old Manchester United goalkeeper Darlington Osuchukwu, lauded as “the new Thibaut Courtois.” Osuchukwu, who developed through an academy in the Basque region of Navarra, is also attracting attention from Athletic Club.
