'Agreement sealed' - Man Utd transfer boost after Fabrizio Romano confirms 'here we go' for Premier League rivals

Manchester United’s transfer priority has so far been to make additions to their forward options but Ruben Amorim has a number of areas he would like to strengthen within his squad.

United are said to be close to sealing a move for Brentford ace Bryan Mbeumo while exits could ramp up in the coming days after Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, Jadon Sancho, Antony and Tyrell Malacia all told the Red Devils they want to leave the club this summer.

Goalkeeper could be one position they strengthen, and United are said to have explored another goalkeeper option as they eye a move Botafogo goalkeeper John Victor.

Left-back is also another position to add to. Patrick Dorgu joined in January but with Luke Shaw facing injury problems and with Malacia headed for the exit, the Red Devils could seek to add more experience. They have completed a deal for Diego Leon but he will be given time to settle having only turned 18 recently.

Man Utd linked with Brighton and Hove Albion defender Pervis Estupinan

Brighton and Hove Albion man Pervis Estupinan has been linked with United this summer. Reports last month claimed he had made it clear he 'wants to join' the Red Devils in the summer transfer window after he requested to leave Brighton.

The left-back has scored five goals and registered 14 assists in 104 appearances since he moved to the South Coast from Villarreal three years ago.

“Estupinan is looking to move away from Brighton,” former United scout Mick Brown previously told Football Insider.

“His agent has been making his availability known to a number of clubs, and from what I hear he wants to join Man United. I think he’s a decent player, but I don’t think it’s going to be a priority for them.”

Former United man Antonio Valencia dubbed Estupinan as the best left-back in the Premier League “and maybe the world” back in 2023 and at 27-years-old he is entering his peak years.

Man Utd could get clear run at Pervis Estupinan after Brighton deal agreed

Brighton have moved to sign a new left-back which could threaten Estupinan’s role on the south coast and allow United a clear run to sign the player in a major transfer boost.

Fabrizio Romano reported on X: “Maxim De Cuyper to Brighton, here we go! Club to club agreement now sealed for €20m fixed fee plus add-ons. De Cuyper will undergo medical and sign in the next 24h, documents are ready.

“New left back for Fabian Hürzeler and one more key addition for.”

With the Seagulls adding a new left-back, Estupinan could see his role threatened and look to push harder for Old Trafford. He made 36 appearances in all competitions last season and it’s unclear how much will be demanded for his service if United make a firm move.