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Manchester United joins race for Chelsea's Marc Cucurella

4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 7:11 AM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Manchester United joins race for Chelsea's Marc Cucurella

Summary

Manchester United has entered negotiations to sign Marc Cucurella from Chelsea, who faces an uncertain future at Stamford Bridge. Having joined Chelsea for £63 million from Brighton in 2022, the player has expressed dissatisfaction with the club's transfer strategy and wishes to leave. United, looking for a new left-back after Tyrell Malacia's departure, will face competition from Manchester City and Barcelona. Chelsea reportedly seeks €40-50 million for Cucurella, while Barcelona has prioritized other signings unless Alejandro Balde is transferred. Meanwhile, United has interest in Balde, but concerns over his injury history may weigh on their decision.

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•Cucurella joined Chelsea from Brighton in 2022 for £63 million.
•He has publicly criticized Chelsea's transfer approach.
•United seeks a left-back following Malacia's exit.
•Chelsea is willing to sell Cucurella for €40-50 million.
•United is also interested in Barcelona's Alejandro Balde.

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Manchester United are among several European giants tracking Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella, who has reportedly told the Stamford Bridge hierarchy he wants to leave this summer. According to Mundo De...
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Manchester United have entered the picture amid uncertainty over Marc Cucurella’s future this summer.Cucurella, who joined Chelsea in 2022 from Brighton & Hove Albion in a deal worth £63m, is widel...
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