Fabrizio Romano: 'Here we go' for Man Utd target as 'agreement' reached for £16.5m deal
One of Manchester United’s transfer targets is set to make the move to Serie A
Manchester United are turning their focus to other transfer targets after completing a deal for Bryan Mbeumo on Monday.
The forward’s arrival was confirmed on Monday evening after weeks of talks and three bids from Old Trafford, with their final £71m package being accepted by Brentford late last week.
The Red Devils have now added Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Diego Leon to their squad this summer. The former two are expected to make an immediate impact at the club in advanced roles in Ruben Amorim’s system while Leon will train regularly with the first team but be given time to settle with the Under-21s. He is, however, keen to make an impact in the senior side straightaway.
One transfer deal that now appears to be completely off the table for is a move for Brighton and Hove Albion left-back Pervis Estupiñán, who is set to make the move to Italy - per the latest reports.
Man Utd target Pervis Estupiñán reaches agreement to join Brighton
Less than a week ago, it was reported that United had approached the player’s representatives to begin talks over personal terms but it was noted that AC Milan were eyeing a move for the player. The Serie A side have now reached an agreement for a deal worth up to £16.5m (€19m).
Fabrizio Romano reported: “Pervis Estupiñán to AC Milan, here we go! Verbal agreement in place with Brighton after green light from Tony Bloom.
“€17m fee plus €2m add-ons, long term deal for Pervis who’s set to become new AC Milan left back. Formal steps to follow.”
The Ecuadorian international made 30 appearances for Fabian Hurzeler’s side last season, scoring one goal, and providing one assist. He plays at left-back but would have operated as a wing-back in Amorim’s system.
A new left-back is not a priority for United this summer but it is a position they could do with some depth in given the numerous injury problems Luke Shaw has faced in the last number of seasons. They did sign Patrick Dorgu in January and have Leon for that position but the latter is inexperienced at the top level.
Positions Man Utd will focus on for the rest of the window
Most of United’s business will be defined by player exits. Marcus Rashford is set to join Barcelona on a season-long loan with the Spanish club to pay his full salary, in what will be a saving of around £14m for the Red Devils.
While Estupiñán was looked at as a possible addition at left-back, United will focus on other positions before looking at that area of the pitch again. The main priority is a new striker with the likes of Nicolas Jackson and Ollie Watkins linked.
A new goalkeeper is also being eyed while a defensive midfielder is also wanted to help better shield the back four. Both Cunha and Mbeumo have been signed to play further forward, with the pair combining for 35 goals at their respective clubs last season.