Chelsea and Real Madrid to battle Manchester United for left-back next summer - Reports
Chelsea and Real Madrid are reportedly set to battle Manchester United for the signature of Bayern Munich left-back Alphonso Davies. As reported by Express Sport, the Red Devils will face competition from Enzo Maresca and Carlo Ancelotti's sides for the Canada international's signature.
Davies' deal at Bayern Munich expires in the summer of 2025, putting the Bavarian giants in a tight corner. The Bundesliga giants have reportedly made several futile attempts to tie their star full-back down with a new deal.
Manchester United have reportedly contacted Davies' representatives regarding a potential switch. However, Real Madrid and Chelsea are also understood to be keen on the pacey left-back.
The left-back has been a problematic position for Manchester United for a while now, with both Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia battling injury problems. Real Madrid, on the other hand, have been long-term admirers of Davies and view him as a big target for the future.
Chelsea, on the other hand, have Marc Cucurella as their first-choice left-back while Renato Veiga has also been used in the position. Enzo Maresca does not seem to fancy Ben Chilwell and has used him only in the League Cup this campaign.
Alphonso Davies, 23, has been a key player for Bayern Munich since joining the Bavarian side in 2019 from Vancouver Whitecaps FC. He has made 205 appearances for the Bundesliga giants, scoring 11 goals and providing 32 assists while winning 11 trophies.
Manchester United show interest in teenage Argentine prodigy, also wanted by Chelsea and Real Madrid: Reports
Manchester United have reportedly registered their interest in Argentine sensation Franco Mastantuono, who has also been linked with Chelsea and Real Madrid. At just 17 years of age, the attacking midfielder is regarded as one of the brightest talents in world football.
The highly-rated youngster has already made a name for himself while featuring for his boyhood club River Plate. He has made 33 senior appearances for the Argentine side, scoring thrice and producing two assists.
As claimed by Diario AS reporter Eduardo Burgos, the teenager is wanted by a host of top clubs in Europe. Real Madrid and Chelsea have reportedly been monitoring the youngster for a while and now Manchester United have also joined the race.
Unlike South American talents, Mastantuono does not need to turn 18 before moving to Europe. He possesses a dual Argentine-Italian citizenship meaning he can join an elite European side as soon as a deal is struck.