Mason Greenwood’s OK is there, Manchester United’s not yet. Juventus made an early move for the English winger, who was reborn on loan to Getafe (10 goals, 6 assists) after bad personal events and a period of inactivity. Performances and numbers that convinced Cristiano Giuntoli and also Thiago Motta, teased by the idea of including the 22-year-old from Bradford in his 4-2-3-1/4-3-3. The green light for the Italian-Brazilian coach, who will be announced by the Lady next week (contract until 2027), has strengthened the feelings of the Tuscan manager, who has been pressing Greenwood’s entourage for some time. A long courtship that is starting to show the first results.
The talent who grew up at Old Trafford is aware that he will not be able to return to Getafe or even stop in Manchester or England. Greenwood is open to the idea of leaving Juventus again, even more so after having indirectly discovered Thiago Motta’s esteem for him. The Englishman, through trusted people close to him, has given the Bianconeri a general availability. An important innovation, but not yet enough to reach the finish line. Giuntoli received the player’s assist and, through the usual emissaries, began to probe Manchester United to prepare the ground. Greenwood is one of the Lady’s first targets, but Giuntoli currently does not have the financial strength to close the operation. After having booked the Monza goalkeeper, Michele Di Gregorio, the priority for the first part of the summer is the restyling of the midfield: from the attention Teun Koopmeiners of Atalanta to the opportunity Douglas Luiz, for whom negotiations continue with Aston Villa exchange with Weston McKennie. Without forgetting the renewal of Adrien Rabiot. Among the movements in the midfield – and awaiting new transfers after the 7 million collected by Cruzeiro for Kaio Jorge – at Continassa they have signed up to the race for Greenwood. A way to confirm once again, and in a concrete way, the interest in the Englishman and also to start catching up with the Red Devils.
Competition and entanglements
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At Old Trafford, right now, they would like to get 35-40 million for Greenwood. Too much for Juventus and not just for them. Especially because Mason’s contract expires in 2025 and in twelve months he could be released on a free transfer. The brokerages are working to lower the price and find more advantageous formulas. There are many ideas: starting with the inclusion of Iling Jr, England’s Under 21 player. Also pay attention to Federico Chiesa: should he not extend with Juventus (expires 2025), it will be an immediate divorce. Manchester United, although without the Champions League showcase, is a world club capable of seducing Fede. Future thoughts. Now Juventus’ priority is to maintain the front row in Greenwood’s thoughts, who has also been targeted by Atletico Madrid and Borussia Dortmund. The early start has so far guaranteed some advantages, but then it will depend on the timing and the offers. Trying doesn’t always mean succeeding in the market.
The double for Thiago
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Juventus, net of the transfers (from Kostic to Iling to Soulé), would like to give two wingers to Thiago Motta. If Greenwood is the first desire, Savinho is close behind. The Brazilian born in 2004 exploded in Girona, but is owned by Troyes: all clubs in the orbit of City, who are in fact favorites for the green and gold jewel. But Savinho’s immediate take-off with Pep Guardiola’s team is not a given: the Premier League champions are considering a loan and Juventus could become a good solution for everyone. Edon Zhegrova also remains on the list, but the Lille playmaker winks at the Premier League.
