Manchester United and Liverpool are both chasing the same superstar – could the Red Devils outbid the Reds?
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Manchester United could gazump Liverpool for a player that both clubs want to sign.
The two north-west sides have a heated rivalry but the pair haven't targeted the same players in the last few seasons. More often, United have been jostling with closer rivals Manchester City for players, in the quest to improve their squad.
Most recently, Cristiano Ronaldo was rumoured to be a target for the Eastlands outfit – before his former side came in with an offer for him instead.
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According to CaughtOffside, transfer guru Fabrizio Romano says that United have interest in Darwin Nunez – and that though the Benfica striker is close to moving to Anfield, Erik ten Hag wants a new striker and may be pursuing the player.
“Darwin Nunez is certainly another player discussed internally since March, and I understand the player would like a Premier League move,” Romano said.
“United surely won’t be alone in targeting him, however, as I understand Arsenal wanted him in January, while West Ham offered €45million on Deadline Day. This offer was rejected by Benfica and he would now cost something closer to a €70/80m fee.”
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