The Barcelona left-back is one of several options United are exploring.
’s Sergio Reguilon also on United’s shortlist – though the latter appears to be closer to a move to Fulham.reporting that United have formalised their interest in Alonso with an offer to Barcelona.
The Spanish champions are willing to offload the 32-year-old and are themselves working on a deal to sign Manchester City’s Joao Cancelo, who can also provide cover at left-back to compensate for the Spaniard’s potential exit. There are differing reports over the nature of United’s offer for Alonso, with Sport suggesting it will just be a straight loan for the 2023-24 season.However, Alonso is out of contract next summer andare suggesting United could offer him a two-year deal; he would sign on an initial loan before the move then turns into a free transfer in a year’s time.
There had been suggestions the former Chelsea player was reluctant to move back to the Premier League, but he is said to be considering the proposal – particularly if he does not feature at all in Xavi’s plans. There is a potential complication, however, with Alonso also wanted by other clubs – most notably Atletico Madrid.
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