Manchester United pursues Castello Lukeba amid Barcelona interest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 9:35 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Manchester United is actively pursuing RB Leipzig centre-back Castello Lukeba. They are reported to have held talks with Lukeba's representatives, identifying him as a primary target with an asking price close to £55 million, despite a £70 million release clause. Other clubs, including Barcelona and Chelsea, have also shown interest, complicating United's pursuit. Reports indicate Leipzig may be open to negotiating a lower fee, creating uncertainty around the potential deal's outcome.
- •United leads the race for Castello Lukeba from RB Leipzig.
- •Lukeba has established himself as a key defender in the Bundesliga.
- •Barcelona and Chelsea are among other clubs interested in Lukeba.
- •Leipzig's asking price for Lukeba is approximately £55 million.
- •Negotiations may be influenced by Leipzig's internal decisions on the player's transfer.
- 9:35 PMYahoo Sports — Castello Lukeba: Man United’s plan to beat Barcelona to RB Leipzig titan
"Manchester United face a fierce race to strike a deal for RB Leipzig centre-back Castello Lukeba, according to the latest report from Germany.Defensive GoliathSince signing for Leipzig in a deal worth...
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