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Manchester United are exploring a surprise move for Juventus midfielder Teun Koopmeiners ahead of the summer transfer window, according to Tuttosport.
The Red Devils are preparing to reinforce their midfield department. Casemiro is confirmed to leave when his contract concludes at the end of the campaign.
United are planning to recruit a couple of midfielders. The club’s hierarchy could also pursue a third if Manuel Ugarte heads for the exit door this summer.
Amidst this, Tuttosport claim that United are one of the European clubs ‘ready’ to make a move for Koopmeiners, who has had a tough spell in Turin.
The Red Devils are ‘willing’ to take a gamble with the 28-year-old, who could be permitted to leave the Bianconeri for at least £26 million.
Juventus need an early-summer sale to boost their finances and are prepared to part ways with the Dutch midfielder at the reported price.
United could make a surprise move for Koopmeiners
The Dutchman is a very versatile midfielder. He arrived at Juventus as an attacking midfielder from Atalanta during the summer of 2024.
Koopmeiners has moved into a more defensive role this season. He has operated as a holding midfielder or on the right side of the back three.
He has also featured as a number eight. His extreme versatility could be a reason behind United’s interest ahead of the upcoming transfer window.
The left-footed ace has a passing accuracy of 91 percent in Serie A this term. He has shown brilliant ball control, losing possession fewer than six times per game.
It remains to be seen whether United follow up on their initial interest. Koopmeiners will have to accept a backup role to make the switch to Old Trafford.
Juventus are banking on Koopmeiners’ selection for the World Cup under Dutch boss Ronald Koeman.
If he does not make the squad, the Bianconeri could be compelled to accept a lesser fee. United will no doubt seek a further discount on the valuation.
