Man Utd ‘held talks’ with Everton man as summer transfer priorities are made clear

Manchester United have received scathing criticism following their disappointing defeat to rivals Manchester City on Sunday.

The 4-1 loss was also a huge blow to their top-four aspirations, with Arsenal moving above them in the table over the weekend.

Champions League football is now looking doubtful for next season, with the Gunners a point ahead and with three games in hand still to play.

New signings, and indeed a new manager, is required at Old Trafford ahead of next season, and there’s never any shortage of reports when it comes to United. Here are all the latest rumours surrounding the club.

Richarlison talks

United chief Matt Judge is said to have held talks with Everton striker Richarlison ahead of this summer.

CaughtOffside, via TeamTalk, say the Red Devils have a genuine interest in the forward, who could be available given Everton’s difficulties this season.

United are said to be willing to pay between £70-£80million, and Judge is sounding out whether the player would be interested in making the switch from Merseyside.

Tuanzebe decision

United could have a fresh decision to make on Axel Tuanzebe this summer. The defender was recalled from his loan spell at Aston Villa in January, and was then sent on loan to Napoli.

But since then, Tuanzebe has only made one league appearance for the Italian side.

Gazzetta Dello Sport are reporting that it’s unlikely Napoli will move to keep him beyond this season, meaning United could have to again assess his status in the squad this summer.

Romano explains United’s priorities

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has explained via CBS Sport’s TikTok which positions United will be prioritising this summer.

It’s expected to be a busy summer for the Red Devils, and Romano claims a striker, a defensive midfielder and a speedy centre-back will be at the top of the list.

Declan Rice has been regularly linked with United, but he would cost a significant fee ahead of next season.