Man Utd in battle with European giants to sign Gutiérrez
manchester united They are reportedly in a battle with a pair of European giants over a deal to sign Girona defender Miguel Gutiérrez, according to a Spanish outlet. Transfers.
After coming through the La Fábrica de Los Blancos youth academy, the 23-year-old joined the Catalan team back in 2022. He enjoyed a stellar campaign in Montilivi Stadium Last season, he contributed nine goals in 35 La Liga appearances and also kept 10 clean sheets.
The defender even helped his team qualify for the champions league by finishing in the top four. Additionally, he won a gold medal with Spain at the Olympic Games last summer. After that, it attracted a lot of attention in recent transfer window, but Girona finally managed to keep him.
Michel's side have been unable to replicate last season's form so far this season after losing several key players in the summer, but Gutierrez continues to show his best, contributing with five goals and keeping a clean sheet in 17 league appearances. He even provided two assists against Real Valladolid last weekend and his team eventually won the match 3-0.
Gutiérrez to Manchester United
Thus, the Spaniard has once again begun to attract the attention of some big European clubs before the January window. Transfers They claim Man Utd are interested in signing him as they struggle at left-back following Luke Shaw's injury.
However, Man Utd are not the only club planning a raid for him as real Madrid And Atlético de Madrid is also interested in acquiring him. Los Blancos have an advantage in this race as they have a very cheap buyback clause.
But, if they finally choose not to hire you, then the registration first division The champions are prepared to make a move for him. The record European champions have a 50% sell-on clause, so even if they don't sign him and United win this race, they will benefit from this deal.
The youngster is valued at around £21 million per Transfer market and he has a contract until 2027. Therefore, Girona could be willing to cash in on him next year to make the most of his departure.
Man Utd urgently need a left-back and it remains to be seen if they opt for Gutierrez to address this issue.
