[ad_1]
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer (Photo: MUTV)
Manchester United have chilled their interest in Leicester City midfielder James Maddison, according to a report in England.
The Manchester Evening News reports that the Red Devils are unwilling to honor Leicester’s assessment of the 23-year-old because of the financial uncertainty that followed the coronavirus outbreak.
The same article states that Maddison is likely to remain in Leicester for at least another 12 months despite Manchester United’s long-standing interest in the England international.
According to the same story, Manchester United would prefer to sign Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish in a cheaper deal with the Birmingham side within the relegation zone.
The report goes on to add that Grealish will likely leave Aston Villa this summer, regardless of whether Dean Smith’s side manages to stay in the top flight in England.
The Manchester Evening News They conclude that Manchester United expects to make at least three signings in the summer transfer window to reinforce Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s team.
Maddison has scored six goals and has made three assists in 28 games in the Premier League this season, while Grealish has scored seven times and has made six assists in 26 games.
Manchester United have already improved their midfield options with the addition of £ 47m from Bruno Fernandes of Sporting Lisbon in the January transfer window.
PLUS: Manchester United latest news and views
PLUS: Football transfer rumors and gossip
