Exclusive: Man United plotting move for 24-year-old German midfielder
Sources from reveal that Manchester United are closely monitoring Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha.
The young player, who has enjoyed a strong resurgence this season, has caught the attention of the Premier League club as they look to reshape their midfield.
Currently, the Red Devils have five holding midfielders: Manuel Ugarte, Casemiro, Toby Collyer, Christian Eriksen, and Kobbie Mainoo. However, three of them face uncertain futures at the club.
Casemiro and Eriksen are nearing the end of their time at Old Trafford, while Mainoo is unwilling to sign a new contract.
With a need for a new holding midfielder, Man United have identified Nmecha as a potential transfer target.
Alongside United, other Premier League clubs, including Newcastle United, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Aston Villa, are also interested in the 24-year-old Dortmund talent.
These clubs are waiting to assess his injury situation before making a potential €48 million offer, with plans to hold off on any bid until Nmecha returns to the pitch.
Man United are determined to build a strong squad for the upcoming season, and Nmecha could play a key role in those plans.
Given Borussia Dortmund's likely need to offload players to balance their finances, the chances of this transfer happening appear quite high.
Newcastle, too, have genuine interest in the Bundesliga midfielder, with manager Eddie Howe prioritising a player like Nmecha as part of his transfer plans. The midfielder has made 27 appearances for the Bundesliga side this season and scored three goals and provided two assists.
Dortmund are reportedly considering selling players like Gregor Kobel, Jamie Gittens, and Karim Adeyemi as part of efforts to stabilize their finances.
The Red Devils have also made up their mind to strengthen their defense with Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite one of their top transfer targets.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Yahoo
21 minutes ago
- Yahoo
Liverpool braced for Andy Robertson transfer bid as Atletico Madrid consider move
Liverpool left-back Andy Robertson has emerged as a shock leading transfer target for Atletico Madrid. Robertson is expected to face a strong challenge for his starting role next season with the Reds closing on a deal to sign £45million-rated Milos Kerkez from Bournemouth. Advertisement And the Scotland international, who is approaching the final 12 months of his current contract at Anfield, is towards the top of Atletico's wanted list as the Spanish outfit look to strengthen their defensive resources this summer. Atletico have developed a recent habit of taking seasoned full-backs from the Premier League having previously signed both Kieran Trippier and Matt Doherty from Tottenham Hotspur. READ MORE: Liverpool transfer latest as Michael Edwards exit and Saudi Pro League links explained READ MORE: Florian Wirtz £116m transfer problem now unlikely as Liverpool trend set to continue Advertisement Liverpool have yet to receive an approach from Atletico but would face a difficult decision over Robertson's future should the interest be made formal, particularly if the player is receptive to the move. The 31-year-old admitted earlier this week he was uncertain over his plans despite talks having been held with Anfield officials. "We've had good discussions, me and the club, but what the future holds, I'm not sure," said Robertson. "I can't look too far ahead, I never have done that so I'm not going to start doing that now. I know the position I'm in, I know I've only got a year left. "The players that we're linked with are all younger players and they're all exciting players as well. So when you play for a big club like Liverpool, you expect challenges, you expect to have competition. I've always faced that and so has everyone in their own positions." Advertisement Robertson has been the undisputed first-choice Reds centre-back ever since breaking into the senior team several months after his arrival from Hull City in the summer of 2017, and has thus far totalled 342 appearances. He made 45 outings in all competitions this term and started 29 times in the Premier League as he claimed a second championship winners' medal with the Reds. Kerkez's expected imminent arrival is almost certain to prompt one of Liverpool's current senior left-backs to leave, with Kostas Tsimikas - who has been at the club for almost five years - attracting interest from clubs in England and abroad.
Yahoo
21 minutes ago
- Yahoo
Joshua Kimmich becomes first Bayern Munich player to break silence on Florian Wirtz to Liverpool
Joshua Kimmich has admitted that Bayern Munich are in desperate need of attacking reinforcements as the German giants reel from missing out on Florian Wirtz to Liverpool. On Friday, the Reds struck an agreement that could be worth a British record £116million for Bayer Leverkusen attacker Wirtz. Advertisement Bundesliga champions Bayern had initially been considered front-runners to sign Wirtz, only for Arne Slot and Liverpool to convince the 22-year-old to move to Merseyside. Wirtz informed the Reds of his decision in May, paving the way for Liverpool sporting director Richard Hughes to thrash out an agreement with Leverkusen counterpart Simon Rolfes, with Bayern - who had been confident of striking a deal themselves - disappointed. READ MORE: Liverpool braced for Andy Robertson transfer bid as Atletico Madrid consider move READ MORE: Liverpool goalkeeper set to complete Ajax transfer after signing new contract Advertisement It leaves Bayern on the lookout for recruits with club legend Thomas Muller released and winger Leroy Sane choosing not to renew his contract and instead sign for Turkish giants Galatasaray. And with Vincent Kompany's side competing in FIFA's new Club World Cup competition in the United States, Kimmich believes big name exits and Wirtz's decision leave Bayern light in attack. "You'll have to ask the club what their plans are," he said. "Of course, you have the feeling that we could do something – with Flo (Wirtz) not coming, with Leroy leaving, with Thomas leaving. 'I was surprised that he (Sane) is going to Turkey. I didn't expect that. But it's his decision and he'll have his reasons for it.' Advertisement Kompany wouldn't be drawn on transfers but sporting director Max Eberl previously made no secret of Bayern's disappointment at missing out on Wirtz and the need to spend in the transfer market. He said: "I am sure that we will have a competitive team - and that we will also have the finances under control." And on Wirtz, he added: ""If I'm honest, I don't know if we could have paid what Liverpool are apparently paying now. "Florian Wirtz is an outstanding player. We could have imagined signing him. But when a door closes, another opens. "The focus is on the squad we have here. We've brought along some young players, and now we've added two Germany internationals in Tom Bischof and Jonathan Tah, who have come in on free transfers. That's already a big step. 'We have a clear plan on how we want to implement things. But there's still a lot to do. I'm certain we will have a very strong squad."
Yahoo
an hour ago
- Yahoo
🌎 The Club World Cup guide to...Bayern Munich
Our guide to all 32 clubs participating at the FIFA Club World Cup continues. You can check out the full list so far here. Today we're looking Munich How did they qualify for the Club World Cup? 📸 Alexander Hassenstein - 2025 Getty Images Advertisement Bayern Munich qualified for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup through their strong performance in UEFA competitions over the past four years. From 2021 to 2024 they reached at least the quarter-finals of the Champions League and were therefore one of the first clubs to book their place. History at the Club World Cup 📸 DeFodi Images Bayern Munich have a notable history in the Club World Cup. Their first triumph came in 2013 when they beat Moroccan side Raja CA in the final. Whilst their most recent win came in 2020, when they defeated Tigres UANL of Mexico1–0. How did they perform in the 2024/25 season? Bayern Munich won the Bundesliga for the 33rd time, regaining the title after Bayer Leverkusen's record-breaking triumph last time out. Vincent Kompany's men were less fortunate in Europe however as they lost to Inter in the quarter-finals. Who is the coach? Vincent Kompay has been in charge of the Bavarian giants since last summer and has recently guided the club to another Bundesliga triumph. This is just the Belgian's third coaching job, having previously managed English side Burnley and Anderlecht in his homeland. Who is their star player? Harry Kane is Bayern's star man and has been consistently brilliant since signing from Tottenham in 2023. The England international netted 26 goals in the German top-flight this season, making him one of Europe's deadliest marksmen. Expected performance at the Club World Cup Bayern Munich travel to the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup as one of the favourites to win the tournament. They have been drawn into Group C alongside Auckland City, Boca Juniors, and Benfica but given their strong squad and recent form are expected to go far. 📸 Alexander Hassenstein - 2025 Getty Images
