As the summer transfer window heats up, Manchester United is making significant strides in their pre-season preparations. The club is reportedly close to adding Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana to their ranks, a move that will undoubtedly bolster their defensive capabilities. However, the spotlight is also on their existing players, with Mason Greenwood and Fred being the subjects of much speculation.
Andre Onana, the 27-year-old Cameroonian goalkeeper, is set to join United from Inter Milan. The deal, which is reportedly worth up to £47.2m, is expected to be finalized in the coming days. Onana, who has been with Inter Milan since 2020, is considered one of the top goalkeepers in Europe. His arrival will provide a significant boost to United's goalkeeping department, which already boasts the likes of David De Gea and Dean Henderson.
Meanwhile, Mason Greenwood, a promising young talent, was left out of United's tour of the United States, sparking rumours about his future at the club. However, reports suggest that the club is not actively looking to loan out the 21-year-old forward, despite the influx of new signings. Greenwood, who has shown immense potential, is expected to stay at United and fight for his place in the team. The England international, who made his debut for United in 2019, has scored 29 goals in 105 appearances for the club.
As United's pre-season campaign continues to gather pace, the club has scheduled a friendly against French side Lyon. The match, set to take place at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh, will provide an opportunity for United's younger players to showcase their abilities and stake a claim for a place in the first-team squad. Among those expected to feature are new signing Mason Mount, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Raphael Varane, Lisandro Martinez, and Jadon Sancho.
However, while some players are fighting for their place, others seem to be on their way out. Brazilian midfielder Fred is reportedly set to leave United this summer, with Turkish club Galatasaray showing keen interest. Despite having just one year remaining on his contract, Fred's exit could still command a significant fee. Galatasaray's initial bid of €5m (£4.3m) was turned down by United, but the Turkish champions are expected to return with an improved offer.
Fred's departure would mark the end of his five-year stint at United, during which he made over 200 appearances. The Brazilian's exit could pave the way for new signings in the midfield, with Fiorentina's Sofyan Amrabat being linked as a potential replacement.
As United's pre-season campaign continues, the club's transfer activities are set to play a crucial role in shaping their squad for the upcoming season. With the season opener against Wolves less than a month away, United's management will be keen to finalize their squad and build momentum ahead of the new campaign. The club's fans will be eagerly watching the developments, hoping for a successful season that brings silverware back to Old Trafford.
