Manchester United’s pursuit of €100m-rated winger confirmed, but Manchester City threaten to hijack deal
Red Devils ‘make enquiry’ about Shakhtar Donetsk’s Mykhaylo Mudryk as Erik ten Hag looks to bolster his attacking options
Manchester United have been heavily linked with a move for Shakhtar Donetsk winger Mykhaylo Mudryk in recent weeks, and it has now been confirmed that the Red Devils have made an enquiry about the 21-year-old. However, United face competition from their cross-town rivals Manchester City, who are also said to be interested in signing Mudryk. Mudryk has been one of the breakout stars of the Ukrainian Premier League this season, scoring four goals and providing five assists in 11 appearances. His performances have caught the attention of a number of top clubs across Europe, including United and City. According to reports, United have made an enquiry about Mudryk’s availability, and are prepared to pay up to €100m for his services. However, City are also said to be interested in the winger, and could pose a serious threat to United’s hopes of signing him.The Citizens are reportedly willing to pay a similar fee to United for Mudryk, and could offer him the chance to play in the Champions League next season. This could be a major factor in Mudryk’s decision, as he is believed to be keen on playing at the highest level.
If United are to sign Mudryk, they will need to convince him that they are the right club for him. The Red Devils are currently in a state of transition under new manager Erik ten Hag, and it is not yet clear whether they will be able to challenge for major trophies next season. The Europa League is not as significant as the Champions League, so this could be a sticking point for a player who is starting to break into the Ukrainian national team.