Manchester United targets Aurelian Tchouameni as key replacement option
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 5:10 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Manchester United is focusing on Aurelian Tchouameni of Real Madrid as they seek to replace Casemiro. United's plans for other midfield targets have stalled, including Manuel Ugarte and Sandro Tonali, leading them to consider Tchouameni. However, Manchester United faces challenges, including Tchouameni's high wages and Real Madrid's public commitment to keeping him. Real Madrid president Florentino Perez confirmed that both Tchouameni and Fede Valverde will remain at the club this summer.
- •Manchester United is pursuing Aurelian Tchouameni amid midfield struggles.
- •Previous targets Manuel Ugarte and Sandro Tonali are no longer viable.
- •Tchouameni's wage demands and Real Madrid's stance are significant obstacles.
- •Florentino Perez affirmed Tchouameni will not be sold this summer.
- •Tchouameni downplayed concerns about his relationship with Valverde.
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"Manchester United’s hunt for Casemiro’s ideal replacement is not going according to plan.Manuel Ugarte has been a major disappointment and is set to leave, which leaves INEOS with a massive hole t...
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