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Manchester United are observing as Premier League clubs rush to complete numerous transfer deals before the June 30 deadline, potentially planning a significant move of their own.
Four clubs – Newcastle United, Everton, Aston Villa, and Chelsea – are engaging in a series of transfers to comply with the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR).
Chelsea and Aston Villa are negotiating a deal where Ian Maatsen would move from Chelsea to Villa for £37.5 million, which would be recorded as profit for Chelsea since Maatsen has been with them since he was 16. Villa would spread this cost over five years, impacting this year’s accounts by only £7.5 million. In exchange, Chelsea is set to acquire 18-year-old striker Omari Kellyman from Villa for nearly £20 million. Kellyman, purchased by Villa from Chelsea for £600k a year ago, has seen his value skyrocket despite limited playtime.
Similarly, Villa and Everton are engaged in swaps: Villa bought Lewis Dobbin from Everton for £10 million, though his market value is around £2 million, while Everton acquired Tim Iroegbunam from Villa for £9 million, despite a lower market valuation.
Newcastle and Everton are also negotiating, with Newcastle considering a £20 million move for Dominic Calvert-Lewin and the potential exchange of Yankuba Minteh, whose value has dramatically increased to £40 million following an impressive loan spell at Feyenoord.
Manchester United is particularly focused on Everton, contemplating a second bid for Jarrad Branthwaite after Everton rejected an initial £35 million offer. United’s interest reflects a cautious approach under Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who aims to avoid overspending.
Dave Powell, a football finance writer, suggests that United have the financial leeway to make an £80 million offer for Branthwaite, spread over five years at £16 million annually. United have approximately £31 million left under their PSR limits, allowing them to spend significantly more if they choose to.
United also plan to sign a striker, a center midfielder, and a new defender. Joshua Zirkzee is a potential target to replace Anthony Martial, with a £33 million release clause activating soon.
Given their financial flexibility, United could spend up to £155 million before the month ends, taking advantage of the transfer market opportunities, essential after their disappointing eighth-place finish last season.
