Man Utd and Chelsea to battle for €70m Real Madrid star Camavinga
Manchester United and Chelsea are set to go head-to-head in a battle to sign Real Madrid and France midfielder Eduardo Camavinga this summer, according to reports in Spain. Both Premier League clubs are reportedly ready to submit offers in the region of €70 million for the 23-year-old, according to Spanish outlet Defensa Central.
Camavinga has struggled to secure a guaranteed starting role at the Santiago Bernabeu this season, starting only 12 La Liga matches. Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is reportedly open to a sale to raise funds for a midfield overhaul, with the club linked with several potential replacements, including Benfica's Joao Neves and Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton.
Despite having three years remaining on his contract, Camavinga's future has been the subject of speculation for several weeks. The 23-year-old, who can play in central midfield or at left-back, has made over 200 appearances for Los Blancos since his 2021 move from Rennes.
While both Chelsea and Manchester United are said to be willing to meet the reported €70 million asking price, no formal negotiations have begun. The player himself has not indicated a desire to leave the Spanish capital, and Real Madrid have not yet initiated formal talks with any club, according to the reports.
The potential transfer is seen as a key part of a midfield rebuild at Old Trafford under new manager Enzo Maresca, while Chelsea's new boss, Enzo Maresca, is also looking to reshape his squad. For Madrid, a significant sale would help finance their own summer transfer plans, which are expected to be significant.
