Paris Saint-Germain are aware of Manchester United’s interest in Nuno Mendes, but no bid has been made so far.
That’s according to Duncan Castles, who spilled the beans on his situation latest transfer podcast.
The journalist revealed that the winger likes United, but that PSG will try to tie him down to a new deal, with his current one 18 months from now. He also said Mendes shares the same agent as striker Bruno Fernandes.
Ruben Amorim is looking for a left back above all else. They are expected to secure the signing of left-back Diego Leon, who was recently in Manchester to finalize terms on his switch from Cerro Porteno. The problem is that he cannot make the transfer official until the summer when he will have turned 18.
The Red Devils need to sell to buy this January transfer window. Casemiro and Marcus Rashford are both believed to be available for a move, but no bids have yet been made for the pair.
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United step up their pursuit of Nuno Mendes as Manchester City join the race
United aim to speed up negotiations for left-back Mendes amid growing competition from Real Madrid and Manchester City, Caught offside revealed earlier this week.
Discussions are ongoing for a possible deal that would see Mendes move to the Old Trafford club and United’s pursuit remains at an advanced stage compared to their rivals, but no significant progress has been made. PSG are reportedly holding firm on a £60m valuation for Mendes and that’s a big deal.
Real Madrid are on the hunt for a left-back and appear to be shifting focus to Alphonso Davies, who is now leaning towards extending his contract at Bayern Munich.
Amorim sees Mendes as ideal for the left-back position, but knows funds are tight following the club’s cash drain in the summer window.
United have a good relationship with PSG, but the Ligue 1 champions will still want to get maximum value for the Portugal international.
