Manchester United 'reach an agreement' to sign Andriy Lunin from Real Madrid
Football365 (citing Spanish newspaper, Nacional) has reported that manchester united We already have an agreement to sign Andriy Lunin from real Madrid in summer.
André Onana has not lived up to expectations in his first campaign in England and although his form has improved in the second half of the season, Manchester United are still searching for another goalkeeper and Lunin has become a serious target.
Real Madrid have reportedly attempted to agree a new contract with Lunin, but according to Football365, the Spanish giants have been “unsuccessful” in their attempts to tie him down to a new deal.
The goalkeeper is about to enter the final year of his contract, so the Spanish giants are open to selling Lunin to avoid losing him as a free agent in 2025.
The 25-year-old has been excellent for Real Madrid during Thibaut Courtois' absence this season. However, he risks being relegated to the bench next season when Courtois returns to fitness after an ACL injury.
The situation has forced Lunin to evaluate his future at Real Madrid and it seems that Manchester United is willing to offer him a new challenge in England.
ten Hag will offer Lunin 'untouchable status'
The report claims Man Utd have “reached an agreement” to sign Lunin and will give the goalkeeper “untouchable status” if he joins the club this summer.
Lunin's incredible form this season with Real Madrid, especially in the Champions LeagueIt is one of the main reasons why Carlo Ancelotti's team advances to the last stages of the competition.
He made nine saves against RB Leipzig in the first leg of the round of 16 and was named man of the match. The goalkeeper also played a decisive role in Real Madrid's comeback city of manchester in the quarterfinals, saving two penalties in the shootout in addition to several saves in open play.
It is still to be determined what Real Madrid's asking price for Lunin is, however, Transfermarkt has valued him at £14 million.
Manchester United has also been linked with the signing of Valencia player Giorgi Mamardashvili for Fichajes and is likely to be the alternative option if Lunin decides to extend his contract at Real Madrid.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe's participation in Manchester United is expected to represent an injection of funds that will be channeled towards improving the squad and the signing of a goalkeeper is being considered for the second consecutive year, with Lunin being the Reds' “priority target” Devils.
