Manchester United are reportedly in advanced talks with Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes for a summer transfer, with a fee of £69 million discussed. However, the Brazil international could be a guise for the Red Devils to target Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton instead.
United face competition for Guimaraes from Real Madrid, but the midfielder may be tempted by the promise of fighting for trophies after Newcastle's Champions League exit and their current league position. Meanwhile, Casemiro's confirmed departure makes midfield a priority for United's summer rebuild.
Adam Wharton, who joined Palace from Blackburn in 2024 and has won the FA Cup and Community Shield, is also attracting interest from Liverpool. United may use their strong transfer relationship with Palace, including past deals for Wilfried Zaha and Dean Henderson, to secure Wharton.
Liverpool's failed attempt to sign Marc Guehi from Palace last summer could work in United's favour, as the Reds may cool their interest in Wharton if they believe United are focused on Guimaraes. This could allow United to swoop in for the English midfielder.
