United Pursues Man City Goalkeeper in Shock Transfer Maneuver
Red Devils Explore ‘Unique Move’ for Stefan Ortega Amid Transfer Woes
Manchester United is reportedly targeting Manchester City’s custodian, Stefan Ortega, in a surprising transfer development as the club grapples with a restricted summer budget. The club’s limited activity so far, with only three signings, stems from a pressing need to offload existing players to generate funds.
Club Faces Transfer Hurdles
The Old Trafford side has struggled to find buyers for several high-profile players, including Antony, Alejandro Garnacho, Tyrell Malacia, and Jadon Sancho. This financial constraint has compelled the club to consider “innovative solutions,” such as swap deals and loan agreements, to secure their primary transfer targets. United’s immediate priorities are reportedly a new striker, a defensive midfielder, and a goalkeeper, with the latter move contingent on Andre Onana‘s future at the club.
Ortega Emerges as a Goalkeeping Option
Amidst uncertainty surrounding Onana‘s potential departure and the need to fund a replacement, reports suggest United has identified Stefan Ortega as a viable option. Football Transfers claims the Red Devils have initiated contact with their cross-town rivals to gauge the availability of the German goalkeeper, whose future at the Etihad Stadium is in doubt.
The Athletic‘s David Ornstein previously indicated that Ortega might depart to make way for new signing James Trafford. While Ederson is expected to remain at City, Ornstein noted that nothing concrete had yet materialized for Ortega’s exit.
“The expectation is that Ortega could still leave but nothing is close at the current time.”
—David Ornstein, Journalist
Further bolstering this narrative, insider Fabrizio Romano stated that Manchester City has informed Ortega he is free to leave this summer following Trafford‘s arrival. This confirmation has fueled speculation about a direct transfer between the fierce rivals.
Manchester City have informed Stefan Ortega that he can leave the club this summer following Trafford’s arrival. pic.twitter.com/pE9dJz5L83
