Manchester United has reportedly shown interest in acquiring a talented player from Real Sociedad, as indicated by a sports report from Mundo Deportivo. Although MD Gipuzkova dismissed recent claims of a potential exchange deal involving Antony, they acknowledge the Red Devils’ interest in the 22-year-old Japanese international.
While Takefusa Kubo is content with his current situation at Real Sociedad, Manchester United is allegedly planning to entice him with a substantial salary increase, amounting to six to seven times his present earnings.
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Despite Sociedad’s intent to uphold his €60 million release clause, Real Madrid holds the option to re-sign Kubo for €33 million, with a €27 million fee if he chooses another destination. Manchester United, having signed Jadon Sancho in 2021 as a solution for the right wing, might pursue another right winger due to Sancho’s limited impact, potentially leaving the club after a disagreement with manager Erik ten Ha
Antony, another option on the right flank, has struggled to meet expectations with only one goal in the last 35 top-flight outings. As discussions about his potential departure in the summer arise, Manchester United is considering Kubo as a valuable addition, given his promising performance with nine goal contributions in 17 La Liga games
Kubo has showcased impressive attributes, completing two dribbles per game and winning 57% of his duels, surpassing Antony in both aspects this season (one dribble per game & 48% duels won
While Kubo is seen as a top-class signing for Manchester United, it is anticipated that Sociedad will insist on his buy-out clause, making his acquisition unlikely to come at a reduced cost next summing.
