DEAL CLOSE: Man united set to seal deal for £60M Portuguese defender,salary structure being discussed – player to arrive agent soon for agreement signing
Manchester United is intensifying their pursuit of Goncalo Inacio, a talented center-back from Portugal. With Raphael Varane’s impending departure, the club is facing a pressing need to bolster their defensive lineup. Despite financial constraints, stakeholders like INEOS and Sir Jim Ratcliffe are under pressure to enhance the team’s competitiveness.
While Jarrad Branthwaite has been linked as a potential replacement for Varane, reports suggest that United’s interest in Inacio is gaining traction. The club is reportedly prepared to make significant strides in securing the services of the Sporting CP defender, whom they have been closely monitoring for some time.
Although Inacio comes with a hefty release clause exceeding £50 million, United may explore negotiations to acquire him at a more reasonable price. Sporting CP, facing financial pressures, might be compelled to offload key assets, but their preference is to part ways with Ousmane Diomande rather than Inacio.
Should United succeed in securing Inacio’s signature for a sum below his release clause, it would be considered a shrewd piece of business. The club has a history of successful acquisitions from the Portuguese league, and adding Inacio to their squad would likely further strengthen their defensive capabilities.
