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Both Manchester United and Arsenal have been linked with Wolves midfielder Ruben Neves but according to journalist Peter O’Rourke, the Old Trafford outfit might be running a one-horse race.

Arsenal are likely to pull the plug on this deal since Granit Xhaka will not be leaving this summer and this means if Manchester United want, they could secure the signing of Neves really easily.

Speaking on the Football Terrace Podcast, O’Rourke said, as quoted: “It’s still ongoing. Manchester United are definitely interested [in Neves].

“They received a boost this week in terms of Neves. We all know Arsenal were very keen on the Portuguese international but now it seems with Xhaka set to stay at the Emirates Stadium, it kills off Arsenal landing Neves.

“I don’t think they could have Neves and Xhaka in the same midfield. Arsenal are looking for a bit more of a creative midfielder.

“That clears the path for Manchester United to step up their interest in Neves. Manchester United seem like the only option that Neves would have right now to move to another Premier League.

“I think Wolves would find it hard to turn down a sizeable offer for the midfielder right now. You’re probably talking £30m to 35m. If Manchester United were to put that up on the table for Wolves, a deal could possibly happen here.

“Neves, although he is giving out the right signals that he’s focused on the new season and happy at Wolves, he isn’t going to turn down the chance to go to Old Trafford.

 

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“I think it’s a chance he’d jump at right now. It looks like it’s a clear path if Manchester United want to pursue the deal.”

Will Man United make a move for Ruben Neves?

Apart from Ruben Neves, Manchester United have also been linked with a few other central midfielders but as things stand, the Wolves man might be their safest bet.

The 24-year-old is currently valued at £40 million meaning Wolves are ready to accept a lower transfer fee for him.

Also, it will be difficult to sign players like Saul Niguez or Camavinga whereas Ruben Neves will be available pretty easily.

But, having said that, we don’t think United will try and sign Ruben Neves this summer since rumours are ripe that Paul Pogba is going to sign a new deal at the club.

And if this is true then it makes no sense for Manchester United to go after the Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder.

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