Man Utd ‘lead’ Liverpool in race for ‘low-cost’ signing with Euro giants in ‘contact’ for ‘agreement’
### Man Utd ‘Lead’ Liverpool in Race for ‘Low-Cost’ Adrien Rabiot Signing Amidst Summer Transfer Frenzy
Manchester United are reportedly in pole position to secure the signing of ex-Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot on a free transfer, outpacing several Premier League rivals including Liverpool and Newcastle United.
#### United’s Summer Transfer Activities
The Red Devils have been active in the transfer market this summer, spending around £90 million on Leny Yoro from Lille and Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna. Despite these acquisitions, United are still looking to strengthen their squad, prioritizing a center-back, right-back, and center-midfielder.
#### The Adrien Rabiot Saga
Adrien Rabiot, a France international, has been on United’s radar for some time. After leaving Juventus as a free agent, he has attracted interest from several Premier League clubs, including Liverpool and Newcastle United. However, it appears United are currently leading the race to secure his signature.
Caught Offside reports that United have held talks with Rabiot and his mother, who also acts as his agent. The club is optimistic about reaching an agreement, with a proposed contract worth around €8-9 million a year and a signing-on bonus.
#### Competition for Rabiot
Despite United’s optimism, other clubs such as Chelsea, Aston Villa, and Galatasaray have also shown interest in Rabiot. However, sources indicate that United’s negotiations are progressing positively, with all parties hopeful of finalizing the deal soon.
#### Alternative Options and Ongoing Deals
If the Rabiot deal falls through, United have been closely monitoring Youssouf Fofana as an alternative. Additionally, the club is in talks to sign Bayern Munich duo Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui. German journalist Florian Plettenberg provided an update, noting that while de Ligt is set to return to Bayern on August 2, Mazraoui is expected to travel with the team to Seoul.
#### Young Talent Acquisition
Fabrizio Romano revealed that United are set to sign former Arsenal youngster Chido Obi-Martin, who has accepted their proposal despite receiving higher bids from German clubs.
### Conclusion
Manchester United’s pursuit of Adrien Rabiot highlights their intent to bolster their midfield with a low-cost, high-quality addition. As negotiations progress, United fans remain hopeful that the club can secure his signature and further strengthen the squad ahead of the new season.
