Manchester United target Manuel Locatelli

The summer transfer window promises to be a scorcher.

Details: According to The Touchline, Manchester United have reached out to the representatives of 28-year-old Italian defensive midfielder Manuel Locatelli from Juventus to discuss a potential transfer.

It is reported that the Mancunians are ready to bring Locatelli to Old Trafford during the summer transfer window as they seek a replacement for Casemiro, whose contract expires this summer.

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Locatelli joined Juventus in 2023 from Sassuolo for €37 million. During his time in Turin, the midfielder has played 213 matches, scoring 7 goals and providing 16 assists.

This season, Locatelli has made 30 appearances for the "Bianconeri," netting 1 goal and delivering 1 assist.

Manuel Locatelli's current contract with Juventus runs until 2028, and his market value is estimated by Transfermarkt at €25 million.

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