Manchester United are reportedly considering a surprise move to sign Liverpool star Alexis Mac Allister, according to the newspaper. Mirror.
After being impressed by the Argentina international’s performances for Brighton & Hove Albion, the Reds decided to secure his services in 2023.
He has developed into an undisputed starter at Anfield and helped his side win the Premier League title last season. However, he has failed to match last season’s form this season, scoring seven goals in all competitions.
In addition to showing his qualities in club football, Mac Allister has also won the World Cup and Copa America with the Argentina national team.
Now, the Mirror claim that Mac Allister could leave Liverpool in the summer, and United have been closely monitoring his situation before making a potential move.
United are prioritizing revamping their midfield department and have identified Adam Wharton, Carlos Baleba and Elliot Anderson as primary targets.
However, Man Utd co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe wants to keep his options open and is interested in signing Mac Allister despite the fierce rivalry between the Merseyside club and the Old Trafford club.
Mac Allister to Man Utd
The South American wants to move to Spain if he were to leave Liverpool, and United would need to qualify for the Champions League to persuade the midfielder to join.
Mac Allister is valued at around £74 million Transfer market and has a contract until 2028. That’s why Liverpool are in no rush to sell him this year.
Mac Allister likes to be deployed in a double pivot role in midfield, but is also comfortable in the box-to-box position. Moreover, Jurgen Klopp previously used him as a deep-lying playmaker in his favored 4-3-3 system.
He is fast over the ground, technically sound, can play threading passes between the lines, has an eye for long-distance passing and is also efficient in defensive contributions.
Mac Allister is a proven Premier League player and is currently in the prime of his career. So the 27-year-old would be a big step forward for United if they were to sign him. However, it is highly unlikely that Man Utd can lure him away from Anfield.
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