MANCHESTER UNITED could end up in a transfer battle with Arsenal if they go back in for Juventus’ Federico Chiesa, according to reports.
The Italian winger is on both of the Premier League clubs’ radar for the upcoming transfer window.
Chiesa, 26, is a transfer target for the Red Devils and the Gunners, according to Calciomercato.
Both sides are desperate to add depth in their wide areas in the January transfer window.
Juventus’ No7 is “very ambitious” about a move to the Premier League and believes top-flight English football will enrich his career.
Erik ten Hag’s struggling side has suffered immensely this term with Antony underwhelming and Jadon Sancho frozen out.
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And Chiesa could be the missing piece to the Man Utd squad after scoring four goals and picking up one assist in ten league games this term.
The report added the Italian international speaks very good English which makes him a strong candidate for Ten Hag.
United have targeted the winger on several occasions, and in the summer Juventus wanted £90million for their star man.
But even with the player now valued at £56m, this may be too steep for United.
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Therefore, they are also considering a cheaper deal for Flamengo star Gabriel Barbosa.
Meanwhile, Arsenal have heavily depended on Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli in their wings.
The Euro 2020 champ could assist Mikel Arteta to add more quality into his side and allow him to rotate with players.
Chiesa built his reputation after helping his nation win the European Championship.
After suffering from a season-ending anterior cruciate ligament injury in January 2022 his development was widely affected.
But his impressive start in this year’s campaign has proved the Italian is starting to get back on his feet.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
