According to Tuttosport (via Tuttomercatoweb), manchester united They are preparing a summer approach to sign Juventus centre-back Gleison Bremer after seeing him in action in the Coppa Italia final.
The Red Devils are expected to spend on a standout centre-back after Raphael Varane confirmed his departure on a free transfer. transfer. Bremer has been linked with a move to Old Trafford for some time and Tuttosport claim Man United had scouts present to watch him in the Coppa Italia final against Atalanta in midweek.
The same outlet claims that United are willing to make a formal move for the 27-year-old star. Juventus have named Bologna ace Riccardo Calafiori as a possible successor to Bremer. The Serie A heavyweights are prepared to part ways with the Brazilian star if they receive a transfer package of around £60million this summer.
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United will lose Varane's services at the end of the campaign, while Jonny Evans could also leave when his contract expires next month. There is a possibility that Victor Lindelof will also be sold. His contract was extended with a clause until the summer of 2025, but no negotiations have been held on a possible new agreement.
Bremer would be a fantastic acquisition for United with his experience and ability to excel in big games. The Brazilian is a good midfielder with a good ball and a strong physical and aerial presence in the area. The 27-year-old also has pace in winning balls back and has also impressed with the timing of his tackles.
He would be a good replacement for Varane in the team, but United are hoping to negotiate a lower transfer fee with the Bianconeri. With the prospect of missing out on European football next season, the hierarchy are likely to be more cautious with their summer spending, considering Profitability and Sustainability spending limits. They could try to reduce the initial transfer fee for Bremer by including performance-based add-ons.