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Fulham’s Increased Offer for Midfield Talent
Fulham Football Club has stepped up its pursuit of Scott McTominay by lodging a new, improved bid of £20 million to secure the midfielder from Manchester United. The London club’s augmented proposal comes as they seek to strengthen their squad, adding a significant £5 million to their initial offer in hopes of reaching an agreement.
Manchester United’s Stance on McTominay
Despite Fulham’s increased bid, Manchester United has rebuffed the original £15 million offer, indicating they expect a fee in the region of £25 million to £30 million for the 27-year-old Scot. With McTominay’s consistent performances last season, the Red Devils are holding firm on their valuation.
Interest from Across Europe
It’s not just Fulham showing interest in McTominay; the central midfielder has also caught the eye of Turkish giants Galatasaray, though their £12 million bid was turned down. Additionally, McTominay has previously been on the radar of Premier League sides West Ham United and Tottenham Hotspur.
McTominay’s Role at Manchester United
During the previous Premier League campaign, McTominay was a regular feature in the Manchester United lineup, making 32 appearances and netting seven goals. He recently returned to club action in a pre-season victory over Real Betis, following his national duty with Scotland in a less than stellar Euro 2024 campaign.
Injury Concerns for Ten Hag’s Squad
Manchester United’s manager Erik ten Hag faces squad depth concerns with injuries to key players like Marcus Rashford and Antony, as well as long-term setbacks for Rasmus Hojlund and new signing Leny Yoro. The injuries may open up opportunities for recent acquisition Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna, who impressed in Serie A with 11 goals last season.
Transfer Window Moves and Speculations
As the summer transfer window progresses, Ten Hag is keen to bolster his squad with high-calibre players. Noussair Mazraoui from Bayern Munich is anticipated to join Manchester United, filling the gap left by Aaron Wan-Bissaka, who is on the verge of a transfer to West Ham. The Hammers have reportedly struck a £10 million-plus agreement with United for Wan-Bissaka, after missing out on Mazraoui.
Stay Updated with Manchester United’s Transfer Activity
Keep up with all the latest developments, deals, and rumours surrounding Manchester United’s transfer activity as the club looks to navigate the off-season and build a competitive team for the upcoming fixtures.
