Man United have made their first move over the signing of Bayern Munich’s Mathys Tel.
Planning for what is a pivotal summer transfer window is already well underway for Manchester United Football Club.
The Red Devils need to bring in some new faces, as Erik ten Hag looks to continue to turn this squad into one that fits his image. Several names have already been linked with an Old Trafford transfer. Today, another new name has been added to that list; Mathys Tel.
It’s Florian Plettenberg with the information. He tweeted that United have made their first contact over the signing of Tel, with the Reds ‘very interested’ in making a move for the player this coming summer.
Tel, as you’d expect, is attracting more interest from United, with two other English clubs said to have inquired about the Frenchman’s availability.
The problem here for United is that Tel isn’t quite ready to give up on his Bayern Munich dream at this stage. His mindset will only change if he isn’t receiving good vibes from the Bundesliga club. A loan is not a possibility at this stage.
Check out Florian Plettenberg’s tweet on the news here:
Excl. News #Tel: Manchester United have made contact for the first time and are very interested to sign him in summer! #MUFC
️ Two more clubs from have also inquired about him in the last weeks.
️ Been told: Even though it’s not easy for him right now, he still doesn’t… pic.twitter.com/kjBlH02BBp
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) February 16, 2024
Tel is already being compared to some absolute icons of the game like Kylian Mbappe and even Thierry Henry. It’s always tough to deal with that sort of pressure when you’re still a teenager, but this boy has it all.
It makes sense that United are interested in a player like this, though I just struggle to see a situation where Bayern are willing to let him leave somewhat easily…
The Bavarian club will likely fight tooth and nail to keep ahold of the 18-year-old left-winger, while even if he is allowed to leave, United will not be his first choice destination given our current league standing.
I fully see why United are keen. I just do not see this deal happening any time soon…
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