Swap deal an option as Man Utd learn price of Jadon Sancho alternative

Manchester United have learnt the price Bournemouth are seeking for David Brooks this summer – and it’s likely to tempt an approach, claim reports.

United’s chase for Jadon Sancho has slowed in the past week, with Borussia Dortmund refusing to lower their valuation.

The Bundesliga giants want £108million, with United yet to submit a bid despite agreeing personal terms with the England international.

Our exclusive on Wednesday revealed that a deal was still a long way from completion.

As such, United are considering viable alternatives. On Wednesday, the name of Brooks came to the forefront.

The Wales winger has an army of admirers, despite his injury issues last season, where he missed all but nine matches.

Nonetheless, he is a player that United greatly admire.

The Warrington-born wideman is being tracked by Everton and Tottenham this summer.

As the Cherries prepare for life back in the Championship, their Russian owner Maxim Demin is reported to have named his price. As per The Sun, Bournemouth will sell Brooks if any club matches their £40m asking price.

It’s suggested the price will be enough to tempt United to make their move.

The paper claims Solskjaer is more than keen to bring him to Old Trafford. They state the Wales winger is their No 1 pick should efforts for Sancho fail.

In addition, they claim Solskjaer will seek the advice of Ryan Giggs, who has managed the player for Wales.

 

However, talks with the Cherries or the player’s representatives have not yet begun. However, the idea has been floated that United could offer Daniel James on a season’s loan to help sway Bournemouth.

Reports last month claimed the Red Devils could allow the winger to make a temporary move away James started brightly at Old Trafford but soon lost his way thereafter.

Brooks, meanwhile, cost Bournemouth £11.5m from Sheffield United in the summer of 2018. He enjoyed a stellar debut season in the Premier League, scoring seven goals in 30 games.

 

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United propose Grealish swap deal

Manchester United will reportedly offer goalkeeper Sergio Romero as part of negotiations for Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer faces a major dilemma this summer with Dean Henderson returning to the club after an impressive two-year loan stint at Sheffield United.

MEN Sport states that Henderson is determined to become the first-choice goalkeeper at Old Trafford. However, he will consider his options if he doesn’t receive assurances over regular game time.

Romero has impressed for United in the Europa League this season but lost his place for the semi-final defeat against Sevilla.

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