Man Utd's Old Trafford in focus
Manchester United star Fred has ‘picked new agents’ as the midfielder leaving Old Trafford moves a step closer. The Brazil international joined back in the summer transfer window of 2018. However, he’s now likely to leave having struggled to win Erik ten Hag round last season.
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According to Fabrizio Romano, Fulham are interested in signing Fred.
But they face competition from clubs in Saudi Arabia with the midfielder mulling over his options.
“Understand Fred has now picked new agents, same group as Gabriel Jesus,” Romano said on Twitter.
“He could leave as Fulham will bid for Fred but also Saudi clubs want him.
“He’s under contract until 2024 at Man United but understands that playing a more important role is key now for his future.”
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United expected big things when they signed Fred five years ago, back when Jose Mourinho ruled the roost.
The club paid £52million to land the Brazil international, who was also a target for Manchester City at the time.
Fred has often blown hot and cold during his spell at United, however, much to the frustration of the club’s supporters.
And United are ready to jettison the Samba star this summer so they can bring more reinforcements to Manchester.
They’ve already signed Mason Mount, with the playmaker moving from Chelsea for an initial fee of £55m.
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They’re on the verge of landing Andre Onana from Inter Milan in the wake of David De Gea’s emotional departure.
And United want to sign a new forward with Harry Kane, Rasmus Hojlund and Randal Kolo Muani all players of interest.
Fred isn’t the only player who could leave United, too.
Dean Henderson wants out, with Nottingham Forest confident of making the England international their permanent No 1 going forward.
Alex Telles and Eric Bailly won’t be returning from loan spells at Sevilla and Marseille respectively.
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