Man Utd enter ‘advanced transfer negotiations’ as Lisandro Martinez ‘prefers’ them over Arsenal
MANCHESTER UNITED are in ‘advanced talks’ to nab Arsenal target Lisandro Martinez.
It’s claimed the Argentina centre-back would rather reunite with former Ajax boss Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford than join the Gunners.
The Athletic suggest the Red Devils have ‘edged ahead as favourites’ to sign the 24-year-old for around £35million.
Arsenal reportedly put in THREE bids – lastly for £34m.
But Ajax are said to want more for their star defender.
The Dutch champions are hardly under pressure to sell as his contract runs until June 2025.
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United could even finalise a deal within the next couple of days.
But Feyenoord left-back Tyrell Malacia is still likely to be Ten Hag’s first new recruit for the Red Devils.
The 23-year-old flew into the North West on Sunday and hopes to complete his medical by the following day.
United nicked in ahead of Lyon for the £13 million-rated Holland ace.
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And Frenkie de Jong is nearing a £56.2m reunion with Ten Hag.
The Holland midfielder is finally prepared to leave Barcelona.
And it appears United have done enough to lure him, even though fellow admirers Chelsea could have fulfilled his preference of playing in the Champions League.