Manchester United leads Arsenal in the race to sign Michael Olise
manchester united They are considered the favorites ahead Arsenal sign Michael Olise from Crystal Palace in the summer transfer window, ESPN has reported.
The Red Devils are expected to have a productive couple of months in the off-season as they intend to make several acquisitions for their team after an unsatisfactory season.
Erik ten Hag's future is also in doubtbut that has not stopped Manchester United from already starting renewal plans without knowing who will be on the bench in 2024/25.
United need new blood in attack and Olise has become a prime target. ESPN claim Man Utd are favorites to sign the Frenchman but could face competition from rivals such as Arsenal.
The Gunners have scouted Olise extensively as Mikel Arteta seeks to compete for Bukayo Saka on the right flank. However, the report says that Arsenal are also eyeing Pedro Neto and Olise.
Liverpool and Chelsea They are also mentioned as possible suitors for the Palace winger, but ESPN Manchester United are said to be leading the race ahead of the summer window.
Chelsea were close to signing the 22-year-old in August, but Technical factors surrounding the payment of his release clause caused the transfer to collapse..
The winger subsequently renewed his contract at Selhurst Park, which saw his release clause increase from £35m to closer to £60m, according to ESPN.
Manchester United needs a right winger
Manchester United signed Antony from Ajax in a lucrative deal in 2022. However, he has not lived up to expectations at Old Trafford as the club once again prepares to enter the transfer market in their I try to sign a reliable and long-term option. on the right wing.
Considering Olise commands a high price tag, Manchester United could be ready to use Aaron Wan-Bissaka as a bargaining chip with ESPN suggesting the winger could be used as a part-swap to drive down Olise's price tag.
Olise is a regular fixture in Crystal Palace's lineup and has produced commendable numbers for the Eagles. He missed five months of this season due to two hamstring injuries, but he has still made 16 appearances for Palace, scoring seven goals and providing four assists.
The anticipated absence of Manchester United in the Champions League It is unexpectedly a factor that deters Olise from joining them, giving them a big boost in that regard.
United hope to reach a deal this summer with Olise forming a new attack alongside Ganracho and Rasmus Hojlund next season.
