According to Caught Offside, Manchester United could compete with Chelsea to sign Roma goalkeeper Mile Svilar during the summer transfer window.
The Red Devils reinforced their goalkeeping department with the signing of Senne Lammens last summer, but the club are still not entirely convinced over his credentials.
Caught Offside claim that United are likely to part ways with goalkeeping duo Altay Bayindir and Andre Onana next summer, but they could also pursue an upgrade on Lammens.
Roma star Svilar has emerged as a top target for the Mancunian giants, but the 26-year-old Serbian won’t come on the cheap as the Giallorossi could hold out for £52 million.
United may struggle to afford such a price, given they are expected to prioritise midfield and defensive signings at the end of the season.
Unlikely deal
Lammens signed for the Red Devils as an unknown figure from Royal Antwerp, but he has fared well. The Belgian has kept two clean sheets and made some phenomenal saves.
Of course, the 23-year-old still has room for improvement with his movement between the sticks. He has been caught napping with his positioning on multiple occasions.
Despite this, it would be a huge surprise if United pursue a first-choice goalkeeper this summer. Lammens has immense potential and a back-up shot-stopper could be signed instead.
A move for Svilar seems unlikely on the cards. Roma are in a strong position to negotiate with another three-and-a-half years left on his contract. They could demand a premium fee if they qualify for the Champions League.
United, on the other hand, are far from assured their place in the Champions League too. They are three points behind fourth-placed Liverpool in the Premier League and one adrift of Brentford in fifth.
With a tough run of fixtures coming up, interim boss Michael Carrick has a huge challenge on his hands to ensure that United manage to play in Europe at least in the next season.
The budget could be limited for the summer. It makes sense to sign a marquee defensive midfielder and a centre-back rather than purchasing another goalkeeper for a huge outlay.
