Manchester United eyeing Chelsea star Andrey Santos forward of summer season

Manchester United are anticipated to be within the switch market this summer season looking out for a midfielder with Casemiro outbound as soon as the season ends, whereas Manuel Ugarte’s performances have been substandard as effectively.

A box-to-box midfielder is the best profile for the Purple Devils and a prolonged shortlist of choices has seen Chelsea star Andrey Santos emerge as a powerful potential acquisition within the switch window, in response to Sport Illustrated.

Santos has made a optimistic impression with the Blues this season, however owing to competitors from Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo within the deeper-lying place in Chelsea’s midfield, his future stays an open proposition.

Plus, the supply has added that Chelsea might be prepared to sanction his sale for the suitable sum despite Liam Rosenior liking the Brazilian. Transfermarkt values Andrey Santos at £35 million however it’s probably he’ll price considerably extra.

Santos a fantastic long-term addition

Chelsea have offered sufficient minutes to Andrey Santos in midfield this season subsequent to the defensively-solid Moises Caicedo, and it’s truthful to say that the 21-year-old has made good use of his alternatives at Stamford Bridge.

Having mentioned that, his expertise within the Premier League and the Champions League at a really younger age makes him a strong long-term possibility for Manchester United, and if they can get a deal over the road for him, it could be a fantastic coup available in the market.

Santos has an exceptional work-rate as he presses relentlessly and makes interceptions intelligently too. He isn’t the strongest bodily however makes correct tackles, and is able to dictating play from the deeper areas of the pitch as effectively.

United might need to pay Chelsea a premium for Santos’ providers contemplating the Blues is likely to be a bit reluctant about eliminating a really promising expertise to a direct rival, however all issues level in the direction of the South American being a worthy addition.