Manchester United have been given a potential boost in their pursuit of a new midfielder, with Real Madrid reportedly open to selling Eduardo Camavinga. The 23-year-old faces an uncertain future at the Santiago Bernabeu, particularly as Real continue to target a move for Manchester City's Rodri.
According to reports, Camavinga could be available for around £42m if Real decide to sell, while fellow midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni is expected to cost £68m and command higher wages. United are said to be most interested in Tchouameni, but a deal for Camavinga may prove too tempting to turn down.
Fabrizio Romano has claimed that Camavinga wants to fight for his place, but he may have no choice if Real sign a new option in his position. United have already discussed the possibility of signing the Frenchman internally, though a transfer is described as complicated despite Real's potential move for Rodri.
Real Madrid could also consider selling Vinicius Jr to Arsenal to help with finances, but they appear to have no plans to let him go this summer. This is despite Yan Diomande being set to join from RB Leipzig in a deal exceeding £100m, though that move is not expected to affect their stance on Vinicius Jr.
Rodri underwent a procedure earlier this week, confirmed by Manchester City, but that is unlikely to impact a potential transfer. Meanwhile, United have already missed out on Elliot Anderson and Mateus Fernandes, with Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans signed for a combined fee. AS Roma's Manu Kone, Brighton's Carlos Baleba, and Bournemouth's Alex Scott have all been linked, though Scott appears likely to stay after Bournemouth rejected a £64m bid from Chelsea.
Camavinga looks set to remain at Real Madrid for now, but the situation around his future could change quickly depending on the club's own transfer activity. United will be monitoring developments closely as they seek to strengthen their midfield.
