Manchester United have been given a boost in their pursuit of Eduardo Camavinga, with Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho reportedly informing the midfielder he is not a key part of his plans for the upcoming season. Spanish journalist Sergio Valentin reported on X, formerly Twitter, that Mourinho was direct with Camavinga, explaining that the player will struggle for consistent playing time.
Madrid are now seeking potential transfer options for Camavinga, despite the player currently expressing a desire to remain at the Santiago Bernabéu. This development comes after reports in May indicated United’s interest in signing the 21-year-old, with the club potentially viewing him as a significant addition to their midfield.
Camavinga has won LaLiga and the Champions League twice each since joining Real Madrid, establishing himself as a versatile player capable of featuring in multiple positions. However, he has faced injury issues over the past two seasons, potentially impacting his standing in Mourinho’s squad. United have already secured the signings of Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans this summer, but co-owners INEOS are reportedly keen on adding a third midfielder.
Recent reports from Fabrizio Romano suggested ongoing conversations between United and Camavinga’s representatives, although the player initially indicated his preference to stay in Madrid. With Madrid potentially looking to sign Rodri, Camavinga’s opportunities for regular first-team football could be further limited, potentially influencing his decision. United will now need to formally approach Madrid if they wish to pursue a deal for the French international.
