Manchester United’s midfield plans for the summer may be disrupted, with rivals Newcastle United stepping up interest in a shared target.
The Red Devils are expected to strengthen in the middle of the park after a season marked by inconsistency and a lack of technical control.
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United have been monitoring multiple options recently.
Including those with Premier League experience, as they aim to rebuild under Ruben Amorim.
However, Newcastle have reportedly taken initial steps to secure one of those targets ahead of the summer window.
Newcastle leap ahead of Red Devils in race to sign Douglas Luiz
According to Tuttosport via Sport Witness, the Magpies have made early moves in the race to sign Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz.
Newcastle are eager to bolster their midfield, and view Luiz as an ideal fit alongside Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali.
Luiz made his name at Aston Villa with a blend of defensive stability, creativity, and composure in possession.
Qualities Eddie Howe’s Newcastle are seeking.
His familiarity with the Premier League is also seen as a major asset as they push to return to the Champions League.
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Juventus, meanwhile, are believed to be targeting Newcastle’s Tonali, potentially opening the door for a swap or separate deal that suits both clubs.
Manchester United remain in the background for Luiz and could still move should other targets prove unattainable.
The 27-year-old has struggled for regular minutes in Serie A this season and is believed to be open to a return to England.
Whether United now choose to act quickly or lose out to a direct top-four rival remains to be seen.
With a reshuffle planned in midfield and expectations high at Old Trafford, missing out on a familiar Premier League talent would be a blow.
Fans will be watching closely as United weigh up their next move in what’s shaping up to be a highly competitive summer window.
