manchester united are interested in signing Weston McKennie from Juventus but face competition from first division rivals Arsenalaccording to a report by Give me sport.
The 25-year-old has been an important player in Juventus' first team this season and the Italian side will look to finalize a contract with him in the coming weeks. However, if Juve fail to tie him down to a new deal, he will be forced to cash in this summer as his current contract expires in 2025.
The situation has alerted Premier League clubs with the report claiming that Manchester United and Arsenal are considering a move for McKennie this summer. Given his contract situation, the midfielder could be available for just £15m, so he would be a bargain for either club.
The player has played in England before during a loan spell at Leeds United. McKennie had a difficult time in the Premier League back then and will be looking to prove his quality this time around if he returns to England.
Weston McKennie would be a useful addition
It is no secret that Manchester United need more depth in midfield and the US international would prove to be a quality acquisition. He would add defensive cover, drive and creativity to Manchester United's midfield next season.
Similarly, Arsenal also need more depth in midfield. The 25-year-old could form a quality partnership with Declan Rice and act as a replacement for Thomas Partey, who is expected to leave the Emirates Stadium at the end of the season.
McKennie has nine assists in all competitions this season and has the physical and technical attributes to do well in England. The opportunity to join big clubs such as Manchester United and Arsenal will be an attractive proposition for him and the reported asking price could prove to be a great bargain.
Both Manchester United and Arsenal have the financial resources to pay the reported asking price and it will be interesting to see where the Juventus midfielder ends up if he leaves this summer.
