Manchester United are reportedly eyeing a summer move for Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos, viewing him as a potential long-term investment for their squad.
While United are keen to bolster their midfield with more quality, Chelsea's £50 million valuation of the 22-year-old could be a significant hurdle. Manchester United are understood to be unwilling to overpay for the player, despite recognizing his potential to add physicality, drive, and technical ability to their lineup.
Santos has faced challenges securing consistent game time at Chelsea, and a move could be beneficial for his development. Reports also suggest that Newcastle United are monitoring the situation, potentially creating a competitive scenario for the Brazilian's signature.
The Red Devils, fresh off securing Champions League qualification, are actively seeking to strengthen their squad to compete at the highest level. Santos is not the only midfielder on their radar, as they are also keeping an eye on Bournemouth's Alex Scott, who is also expected to command a substantial fee.
Adding to the midfield transfer speculation, Newcastle might look to Santos as a replacement if Bruno Guimaraes departs, especially with Sandro Tonali reportedly close to a move to Tottenham. Santos himself will be focused on resolving his future to concentrate on his football career.
