MANCHESTER UNITED have been dealt a reported blow in their pursuit of Mauro Icardi.
That’s because the Paris Saint-Germain star’s wife and agent Wanda Nara is in talks with Galatasaray over a loan move.
Nicolo Schira claims Icardi looks destined to leave France this summer after falling out of Christophe Galtier’s plans.
The former Inter Milan captain, 29, scored just four times in Ligue 1 last term.
And partner Wanda, who is also his agent, is on the hunt for a fresh start.
Man United have been strongly linked with a move following doubts over Cristiano Ronaldo’s future.
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The Red Devils were reportedly ready to make a swoop ahead of transfer deadline day.
But it’s now reckoned Galatasaray are leading the race for Icardi.
The Turkish giants have made several big signings so far, including Napoli’s Dries Mertens, Porto’s Sergio Oliveira and Arsenal’s Lucas Torreira.
But they now want Icardi to lead their charge to a first league title since 2019.
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It’s reckoned Galatasaray are looking to strike an initial loan deal.
And they are willing to cover £2.5million of Icardi’s £10m annual wage.
Incredibly, PSG are so eager for a move to happen that they are happy to cover the other £7.5m.
Icardi and Wanda are now set to hold talks with Gala with the aim of striking an agreement as soon as possible.
It means United will have to look elsewhere if they remain set on signing another striker.
But with Anthony Martial back from injury and Ronaldo appearing to be more settled following Casemiro’s arrival, Erik ten Hag could yet stick with his current options.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
