Manchester United face setback in bid for Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 11:10 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Manchester United's efforts to sign Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi have hit a significant hurdle. Reports indicate that Newcastle United has reached an agreement with Freiburg for Manzambi, valued at €60 million. Manzambi has gained prominence in the Bundesliga and has performed well for Switzerland in the World Cup, scoring three goals and providing two assists. Despite United's interest, their pursuit now appears complicated by Newcastle's agreement. The club continues to seek other midfield reinforcements, including Andrey Santos from Chelsea and Ederson from Atalanta.
- •Johan Manzambi is a target for Manchester United this summer.
- •Newcastle has reached a €60 million agreement with Freiburg for Manzambi.
- •Manzambi has excelled at the World Cup with three goals and two assists.
- •Manchester United is also pursuing other midfielders, including Andrey Santos and Ederson.
- 11:10 PMYahoo Sports — Johan Manzambi: Crushing setback for Man United after latest update
"Manchester United have suffered a knockout blow in their pursuit of Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi, it has emerged.Manzambi chaseUnited are clearly prioritising midfield reinforcements this summer...
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