Manchester United are making progress on a deal for France star Adrien Rabiot, with Liverpool reportedly falling behind in the transfer pursuit.
Rabiot enjoyed a great 2023-24 campaign and was one of Juventus’ best players as they won the Coppa Italia and got back into the Champions League by finishing third in Serie A. The central midfielder subsequently played in every game for France at Euro 2024, but Didier Deschamps’ side were knocked out in the semi-finals by eventual winners Spain.
Rabiot knows his stock is high right now and he has resultantly decided not to extend his contract with Juve, forcing the Italian giants to announce his departure earlier this week.
Rabiot’s entourage are now in contact with several of the biggest and best clubs in Europe as they look to find a suitable next move for the player, and weigh up the best contract offers.
It has been widely reported that the 29-year-old has always dreamed of shining in the Premier League. He could therefore reject interest from Juve’s rivals Inter Milan and AC Milan in order to finally secure a lucrative switch to England.
It recently emerged that Liverpool head coach Arne Slot holds serious interest in Rabiot as he looks to bolster his midfield ranks. But on Thursday, Man Utd entered formal talks with the Frenchman’s camp as they try to destroy Liverpool’s move.
