Manchester United’s summer rebuild under Ruben Amorim is beginning to take shape, with the club submitting a significant €90 million (£78m) offer for Real Madrid’s Aurelien Tchouameni, according to reports in Spain. The France international has been a standout performer at the Club World Cup, and his versatility and composure in midfield have not gone unnoticed at Old Trafford.
Tchouameni’s rise at Madrid hasn’t always been linear, but under Xabi Alonso, he’s shown the maturity and tactical awareness of a top-tier holding midfielder. Alonso recently praised the 24-year-old’s intelligence and positional adaptability, highlighting his ability to shift between roles during matches—a trait Amorim highly values in his system. As United look to transition away from a midfield once anchored by Casemiro and Eriksen, Tchouameni represents both a present-day upgrade and a long-term solution.
According to Spanish journalist Eduardo Inda, United’s offer has landed on Real Madrid’s desk. Whether Los Blancos are ready to part ways with the former Monaco man remains to be seen, especially considering Alonso’s growing trust in the player. “He is doing very well at the Club World Cup,” Inda said on El Chiringuito. “Xabi Alonso believes he can become even better.”
United’s midfield is one of several areas earmarked for reinforcement. With Christian Eriksen moving on and Casemiro’s role diminishing, the club has also explored alternatives, including Valencia’s Javi Guerra. However, Guerra is reportedly waiting to see if Valencia will offer him an improved contract before committing to any move.
Amid the midfield focus, United remain in the market for a striker. The search has led to some creative solutions, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin emerging as a potential low-cost addition. The England forward, who left Everton after his contract expired, has reportedly been offered to United. According to Fabrizio Romano, Calvert-Lewin is “very open and excited to join” if United decide to pursue the deal.
Romano clarified that while no formal talks have taken place, United have taken note of the financials involved in a possible free transfer, including wages and signing fees. The 27-year-old’s Premier League experience and physical profile could offer Amorim a reliable squad option, especially with United juggling multiple competitions next season.
So far, the Red Devils have added Matheus Cunha from Wolves in a £62.5m move and secured young Paraguayan talent Diego Leon from Cerro Porteño. Negotiations for Bryan Mbeumo continue to drag, as Brentford’s asking price has proven to be a sticking point. That deal, and others, may depend on United offloading players to balance their books and stay within financial regulations.
With just under two months remaining in the transfer window, United appear ready to make a statement. Whether Real Madrid will entertain the Tchouameni offer could define the trajectory of their summer rebuild. Meanwhile, Calvert-Lewin’s availability presents an intriguing option that may become more appealing if other striker targets prove too expensive or elusive.
The pieces are beginning to move at Carrington, and if the Tchouameni deal progresses, it would be one of the most ambitious midfield signings United have made in recent years.
