Marcos Alonso would love to go to Manchester United – Romano
According to the renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano, the former Barcelona Defender Marcos Alonso would love to go to Manchester United in a free place transfer This summer.
The Red Devils recently suffered an unfortunate setback with Luke Shaw suffering a calf injury and being ruled out until the next international break. This could encourage the club to look for another left-back, considering his unreliable fitness.
Alonso has been mentioned as a target and speaking with Givemesport, Roman He revealed that the Spaniard has been offered to Manchester United and that he might be delighted to join them. At the moment, United are saving their budget for the purchase of a new midfielder.
He said: “Marcos Alonso would love to go to Manchester United. Manchester United offered him a move a few weeks ago, but there is still nothing concrete or progress on the matter.”
“I think Manchester United will take their time before deciding who is the player they really want to fill that position, and they will save their budget, save their money and put in the effort to get a deal done for the midfield. They need a new midfielder and the idea is to make it happen as the next step in the summer transfer window.”
Premier League experience
United were in a similar situation last season. Shaw was injured early in the season and they decided to sign Sergio Reguilon on loan. Tottenham Hot spur. ChelseaMarc Cucurella was also considered before Reguilon made the move. The Spaniard made 12 appearances in the first half of the season before his loan deal was terminated with a buyout clause.
Manager Erik the Hag Manchester United could consider a similar solution this time around. Reguilon is available in the transfer market again, but Spurs would prefer to sell him outright. With the remaining budget likely to go towards buying a midfielder, United could be tempted to secure Alonso's services on a Bosman deal for the 2024/25 season.
Alonso had his critics during his time at Chelsea, but he had a fine career with 29 goals and 20 assists in 212 games. He won the Premier League Alonso added another league title to his trophy cabinet at Barcelona and would be a solid stop-gap signing for United as they look to fill in for Shaw and Tyrell Malacia, who has not played a competitive game in more than 14 months. The 33-year-old was on the bench. £103,000 per week at Barcelona and may have to accept a pay cut to secure a short-term move to Old Trafford.
