Manchester United Transfer News Roundup: Red Devils not eyeing English ace, Scott McTominay agrees Napoli move, and more - August 19, 2024
Manchester United are expected to further invest in their squad before the end of the transfer window. The Red Devils have already signed Joshua Zirkzee, Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt, and Noussair Mazraoui this summer.
Meanwhile, the Premier League giants are not in talks to sign an English forward this year. Elsewhere, Scott McTominay has agreed to move to Napoli this summer.
On that note, let's look at the major Manchester United transfer stories from August 19, 2024.
Manchester United not eyeing Ivan Toney
Manchester United are not working to take Ivan Toney to Old Trafford this year, according to Florian Plettenberg. Erik ten Hag has brought in Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna this summer to improve his attack.
The Dutch forward has enjoyed an impressive start to life with the Red Devils, scoring the winner off the bench against Fulham on his debut. Ten Hag also has Rasmus Hojlund on his roster, but recent reports have suggested that the Dutch manager is still in the market for another hitman.
It was previously believed that the Premier League giants would prefer to rope in an experienced striker to help Hojlund and Zirkzee flourish. Toney has been named as an option, thanks to his impressive run with Brentford.
The Englishman is in the final year of his contract with the Bees and is looking to take the next step in his career. He was left out of the matchday squad against Crystal Palace over the weekend to sort out his future.
However, it now appears that Manchester United are no longer eyeing the 28-year-old. The Red Devils have decided to keep faith in the talented duo of Zirkzee and Hojlund to share the goal-scoring duties this season. However, Toney won't be short of options, with Chelsea and Arsenal among his admirers.
Scott McTominay agrees Napoli move
Scott McTominay has reached an agreement on personal terms with Napoli ahead of a possible move this summer, according to Corriere dello Sport. The Scottish midfielder is no longer an indispensable part of Erik ten Hag's plans at Manchester United.
The Dutch manager is already eyeing improvements in the middle of the park and McTominay has been deemed surplus to requirements. The Red Devils are likely to let the 27-year-old leave for £25-30m this summer.
Fulham have already seen two offers turned down for the player this year and have since ended their pursuit. Napoli have submitted a proposal for a season-long loan, but this has been rejected by the Premier League giants as well.
Manchester United are adamant that they will only consider permanent offers for the Scot. Recent reports have suggested that Antonio Conte has identified McTominay as a priority target this year. The two clubs remain in talks to sort out a deal before the end of the window.
Facundo Pellistri in talks to leave Red Devils
Facundo Pellistri could leave Old Trafford this summer, according to acclaimed journalist Fabrizio Romano. Pellistri has failed to live up to expectations since joining Manchester United in 2020 and is now a forgotten man at the club.
The Red Devils have lost their patience with the Uruguayan and are ready to cut his stay short. They are now in advanced talks with Greek side Panathinaikos regarding the 22-year-old.
Negotiations are yet to reach a conclusive end, but there's an expectation that Pellistri could be on his way before the end of the transfer window. The Premier League giants have already spent heavily on the squad this summer. They are now looking at player sales to help adhere to FFP norms.