Manchester United are reportedly pursuing a deal to sign Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa, who is said to be “on the verge” of a career leap to the Premier League. The 23-year-old Portuguese international is contracted to Porto until 2027 and United would have to pay his release clause of €75m. While manager Erik ten Hag has claimed he is confident current number one David de Gea will sign a new deal, he has not committed to keeping De Gea as first choice beyond this campaign. United have also reportedly reignited their interest in Juventus’ Adrien Rabiot, who is likely to leave the club.
As per the analysis by reports, Manchester United are making strides towards signing Diogo Costa, the Porto goalkeeper. The 23-year-old Portuguese international had a stellar season, conceding just 30 goals in 41 appearances and keeping 20 clean sheets. While manager Erik ten Hag has expressed confidence that David de Gea will sign a new deal with United, he has not committed to keeping the Spaniard as the first choice goalkeeper beyond this season. With Jack Butland set to leave Crystal Palace in the summer, the Reds are on the lookout for a new goalkeeper and have reportedly found their man in Costa.
As per the analysis by A Bola, Costa is on the verge of a career leap to the Premier League and United are leading the race for his signature. However, if they wish to sign him, they will have to pay his release clause of €75m as he is contracted to Porto until 2027.
In addition to their pursuit of Costa, United have reportedly renewed their interest in Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot. As per the analysis by Corriere dello Sport, Ten Hag has thrown his hat back into the ring for the Frenchman, who was a transfer target for United last summer. Talks broke down, and the Reds turned their attention to Casemiro, who signed instead. However, Rabiot enjoyed a strong season in Serie A, scoring 11 goals, which has piqued United’s interest once again. While it is more likely that he will leave Turin, Newcastle are also said to be in the running for his signature.
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As the summer transfer window approaches, United will be looking to strengthen their squad as they aim to challenge for the Premier League title once again. The potential signings of Costa and Rabiot would certainly bolster their ranks, but the club will need to be willing to pay the hefty release clause for the former and fend off competition for the latter. Only time will tell if these deals come to fruition, but United fans will undoubtedly be keeping a close eye on developments.
