Manchester United Eye Liverpool's Alexis Mac Allister

Manchester United are exploring a potential transfer for Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister ahead of the summer window, as the club prioritizes bolstering its midfield amid plans to replace departing veteran Casemiro.

The 27-year-old Argentine international, who won the World Cup with his national team in 2022, has two years remaining on his Liverpool contract after joining from Brighton for £55 million in 2023. Mac Allister played a key role in Liverpool's Premier League title victory last season, contributing 17 goals and 17 assists across 132 appearances for the club. This term, however, he has faced challenges, failing to score in the Premier League despite a recent improved showing in a 3-0 FA Cup win over Brighton. Speculation about his future has grown, though he has previously indicated interest in playing in Spain later in his career.

United's interest in Mac Allister comes as they scout multiple options to strengthen the midfield. Other targets include Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson, valued at up to £100 million; Brighton's Carlos Baleba; and Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton, both estimated in a similar price range. The club is also monitoring Middlesbrough's...