Manchester United face £40m price tag for Monaco's Maghnes Akliouche
Manchester United have been informed they must pay a fee of £40 million to sign Monaco winger Maghnes Akliouche this summer, according to a report from Football Insider. The 24-year-old French international has emerged as a key target for the Old Trafford club as they plan a significant overhaul of their attacking options ahead of the new season.
Monaco are reportedly prepared to sanction the sale of Akliouche for the stipulated sum, which equates to approximately €46 million. The versatile attacker, who can operate on the right wing or as a central playmaker, has contributed 15 goals and assists across all competitions this season, attracting significant attention from several Premier League sides. United's interest comes as sporting director Jason Wilcox leads the club's recruitment efforts, with a new manager yet to be appointed following Michael Carrick's interim tenure.
The potential move addresses a perceived lack of cutting edge in United's wide areas, where Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha, and Amad Diallo have provided the primary options. Akliouche's profile offers a blend of creativity and goal threat that the recruitment team believes would enhance the squad. However, United are not alone in their pursuit, with sources indicating Liverpool are also monitoring the player as a potential long-term consideration for their attacking line.
Akliouche's rise at Monaco, which included a France senior call-up last year, followed a failed attempt by Tottenham Hotspur to sign him during the January transfer window. His consistent performances in Ligue 1 have solidified his reputation as one of the most promising attacking talents in the French league. For Monaco, the substantial fee would represent significant income as they plan their own squad refresh.
The report suggests United are advancing on another front, with talks progressing over a move for Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi. The Argentine centre-back, who will be a free agent this summer, has reportedly cooled on a move abroad and is now considering staying in the Premier League. United, along with Liverpool and Tottenham, have explored a deal, with Wilcox leading negotiations in the hope of securing defensive reinforcements.
These parallel pursuits underscore a busy anticipated summer at Old Trafford, where decisions on the permanent manager and multiple player acquisitions are expected to intertwine. The club's hierarchy, led by INEOS, is assessing candidates including Julian Nagelsmann, though internal respect for Carrick's interim work remains high. The outcome of the managerial search could influence the final push for targets like Akliouche, whose arrival would signal a major investment in the club's attacking future.
