Manchester United target Real Madrid midfielder Tchouameni

Manchester United are building their squad for the upcoming Premier League season, having already invested over 80 million pounds to strengthen their midfield as they prepare for a return to Champions League football. Manager Michael Carrick, who secured a third-place finish last season and a new two-year contract, has seen the club complete the signings of Andrey Santos from Chelsea and Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa.

The club's football operations, led by co-owners INEOS, are not finished, however, with a defensive midfielder remaining a priority. The departure of Casemiro and a long-term injury to Manuel Ugarte have increased the need for reinforcement in that area. Real Madrid's Aurelien Tchouameni has emerged as a leading target. Reports indicate that Real Madrid, under returning manager Jose Mourinho, may be open to selling the French international for a fee around 68 million pounds to help fund their own move for Manchester City's Rodri.

Other midfield options under consideration include Roma's Manu Kone, who is reported to have agreed on personal terms with United, and Fulham's Sander Berge, valued at approximately 40 million pounds. The club has also been linked with...