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Manchester United Targets Star Rennes Pair in Transfer Rumors

Source: www.goal.com

Manchester United is closely monitoring 17-year-old Ajax prodigy Jorthy Mokio. They are not alone; Newcastle United and Eintracht Frankfurt are also keeping an eye on the talented midfielder. Additionally, the Red Devils have their sights set on Jérémy Jacquet and Mohamed Meïté, both players from Rennes. Here are the latest updates on transfer activities from various clubs.

Key Headlines

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  • Man United turned down Chelsea’s offer involving Lavia and Nkunku in a deal for Garnacho;
  • Mbappé raises PSG’s compensation demand to $300 million.

Trending Transfer News

  • Rising star Jorthy Mokio is being pursued by Manchester United, Newcastle, and Eintracht Frankfurt. Under contract until 2027, Mokio’s negotiations for an extension have reportedly stalled, leading him to seek new opportunities in his career. He recently made his senior debut for Belgium and is versatile enough to play both as a defensive midfielder and a center back, enhancing his appeal to prospective clubs.
  • Manchester United is also interested in Rennes players Jérémy Jacquet and Mohamed Meïté. A United scout was confirmed to be present during Rennes’ recent match against Paris FC on November 7, observing Jacquet, a 20-year-old defender who has started every game this season. Meïté, only 18, is viewed as a valuable young prospect. Last summer, Jacquet attracted interest from Arsenal and Crystal Palace before he extended his contract until 2029.

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Scout Analysis

Analysis of Rennes’ emerging talents reveals: Jacquet, in his first full season as a top-flight player, stands out as one of France’s most promising center-backs. His strengths include impressive game reading and composure, manifesting in his ability to make progressive passes while defending cleanly without overcommitting.

On the other hand, Meïté is gradually establishing himself as a promising striker. Despite his size at 6-foot-4, he is agile and exhibits finesse, contributing significantly as a youth player and making strides in senior games.

Other Notable Transfer Rumors

  • Ivan Toney, now at Al Ahli, is contemplating a 50% drop in salary to return to the Premier League and enhance his World Cup chances with England;
  • Marc Guéhi of Crystal Palace seems to be a target for Liverpool as January approaches, with speculation about his contract situation;
  • Fiorentina is eyeing Josh Acheampong from Chelsea, while also considering Axel Disasi if the initial plan does not materialize;
  • Angelo Stiller of Stuttgart reportedly favors a move to Real Madrid over Manchester United;
  • Morten Frendrup, a midfielder with Genoa, is being sought by both Inter Milan and Napoli.

These developments are reflective of the constant shift in player movements across various clubs as the January transfer window approaches. Keep watching for more updates as teams finalize their plans for strengthening their squads.