Man Utd Transfer News Today: Ugarte CONCERN, Olmo PUSH, Yoro DOMINO effect

FootballTransfers runs through the latest Manchester United football transfer news updates, including the latest on Manuel Ugarte, Dani Olmo and Leny Yoro.

EXCLUSIVE – Manuel Ugarte update

Manchester United may struggle to purchase Manuel Ugarte on a permanent deal should Casemiro fail to make an exit to the Saudi Pro League, FootballTransfers has been told.

The Brazil international is on a substantial salary of £350,000 a week and the only clubs looking to match that are in the Middle East. He will, therefore, not push for a transfer away from Old Trafford unless a substantial offer from Saudi Arabia materialises.

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Despite this, we are told Man Utd are keen to offload both Casemiro and fellow midfielder Scott McTominay as part of a squad overhaul.

After signing Leny Yoro, the club’s immediate focus has shifted to securing the services of Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Manuel Ugarte.

Club sources at the French club now value the Uruguay international at €70 million, while he has agreed personal terms with Man Utd.

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Dani Olmo wanted

Man Utd are ready to push forward in their pursuit of RB Leipzig star Dani Olmo, according to Spanish outlet AS.

The Red Devils are focusing on finalising a move for Ugarte, after completing deals for Joshua Zirkzee and Leny Yoro, but Olmo is of interest and he could become their fourth summer signing.

The Spain international starred at Euro 2024 and his €60m release clause is seen as enticing.

FootballTransfers have previously reported that Man Utd and Bayern Munich are targeting a move for Olmo.

Leny Yoro to trigger domino effect

Leny Yoro has officially joined Man Utd for €62m, but his arrival is set to lead to a number of departures.

Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof could both be sold, while offers will be considered for Casemiro, Christian Eriksen, Scott McTominay, Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Jadon Sancho, according to The Mirror.

Mason Greenwood and Donny van de Beek are among the players to have already left Old Trafford this summer, but Man Utd are willing to sell the aforementioned seven players if a reasonable offer is lodged.

Thierry Henry on Leny Yoro

Meanwhile, Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has hinted that Man Utd must be patient with Yoro following his move to Old Trafford.

In March, the former Gunners forward said (as per Metro): “We often talk about Leny. He is having an exemplary start to his career.

“To establish himself in Lille as he is doing [is impressive]. He always has some young reactions, and that is completely normal. It comes slowly, you make mistakes and sometimes you get embarrassed.

“[But] he goes on to play one match after another, he starts quite often and quite often is good. It’s really good for him. He is professional, he’s a good guy, well-educated.

“I like him. He performs well. Afterwards, there are always things to refine, but that’s completely normal. Frankly, it’s really a more than positive progression.”

Chelsea want Andreas Pereira

Chelsea will target former Man Utd midfielder Andreas Pereira if Conor Gallagher leaves the club this summer, according to reports in Brazil.

Gallagher, 24, has just one year left on his current contract at Stamford Bridge and he is expected to depart before the 2024 summer transfer window ends.

According to Brazilian outlet Globo, Chelsea are hoping to sign Fulham midfielder Pereira as Gallagher’s replacement.

The Stamford Bridge outfit are reportedly in contact with his agent Kia Joorabchian, who has confirmed Chelsea’s interest in his client.

Chelsea are prepared to pay up to €40 million for Pereira, but a move will only happen if Gallagher is sold.