Manchester United plays all-in with 100 million euros for Italy's 'new Pirlo'

In their effort to upgrade the squad under Michael Carrick's tenure, Manchester United is intensifying plans to recruit Julian Ryerson from Dortmund and is determined to secure Sandro Tonali's signature.

Manchester United is showing positive signs under the guidance of interim manager Michael Carrick. With Champions League qualification now very close, the Premier League giant has begun implementing a robust restructuring strategy under INEOS's direction. The primary target identified is Julian Ryerson, the versatile star shining brightly in Borussia Dortmund's colors.

According to reports from FussBall Daten, Ryerson has received the highest rating (Grade A) from the Red Devils scouts due to his discipline and superior crossing ability.

Although originally a right-back, this 28-year-old player has evolved into a "true creative engine" when pushed up to play as a right midfielder this season, contributing up to 16 assists in 39 matches. With an estimated price of 35 to 40 million euros, Manchester United is expected to soon make the first official offer to bring the Norwegian international to Old Trafford to stabilize the wing.

Parallel to reinforcing the defense, the midfield is also a critical priority for Manchester United as Casemiro is certain to depart at the end of the 2025/26 season. The name chosen by INEOS to replace him is Sandro Tonali of Newcastle United. The Italian star is valued up to 100 million euros and is the elite midfielder the Red Devils crave.

Although Tonali is considered to prioritize returning to Serie A to wear the shirts of hometown clubs like AC Milan or Inter, Manchester United is striving to persuade him to reconsider. A "Manchester derby" in the transfer market could fully occur as Manchester City has also expressed interest in this midfielder. However, Manchester United hopes the appeal of INEOS's new project will help them win the race for the signature of the 26-year-old star.

On the other hand, Manchester United is also nearing a resolution for Jadon Sancho's future. After a loan spell at Aston Villa, this winger is reportedly "close to finalizing an agreement" to officially return to Borussia Dortmund under manager Niko Kovac. Offloading players no longer in the plan will help the Red Devils free up salary funds and concentrate resources for "blockbuster" signings like Ryerson and Tonali in the upcoming summer.