Man Utd transfer news: Juventus star shuts transfer move to Manchester United as Joao Cancelo clarifies that he will remain in Italy.
Manchester United are reportedly targeting defensive reinforcements this summer as Ole Solskjaer suffered a lot due to erroneous defense setup at the club.
Therefore, Manchester United were reportedly seeking to gain the services of Joao Cancelo from Juventus. Since Antonio Valencia’s departure and Solskjaer’s lack of faith in Matteo Darmian compelled Manchester United manager to place Ashley young at the right-back position.
The defensive crisis at the back led to various defeats in recent games against the minnow clubs, latest a 2-0 beating from relegated Cardiff City on last Sunday.
Thus, the Italian defender seemed a viable option in the defense for the Red Devils. Additionally, his reported fallout with Massimiliano Allegri ignited the hopes of the Manchester based club.
However, it looks that the 24-year-old is reluctant to leave Juventus. In an interview to Goal, Cancelo revealed his decision to stay in Italy.
‘I’ve learned a lot this year, I went through many positive moments with fantastic people and friends,’ Cancelo said.
‘I want to stay here, I hope my future is at Juventus – where I hope to win many different trophies.’ he further added.
With this statement, the Portuguese defender has ended the speculations of moving to England this summer. Henceforth, Manchester United needs to look at other prospects to end their defensive concerns.
However, it is a big blow to the Red Devils as they were leading the race of landing the Portuguese. Moreover, Manchester United’s absence from the Champions league next season will lessen Solskjaer’s chances of obtaining his prime targets this summer.
How twitter reacted
Joao Cancelo has dealt Manchester United a transfer blow by claiming he wants to remain at Juventus.
The full-back was one of the names linked with a move to Old Trafford as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer plots his full squad revamp. pic.twitter.com/fkxmigZ4uK
— Lilian Chan (@bestgug) May 14, 2019
Juventus ace Joao Cancelo shuts down Manchester United speculation #epl: Joao Cancelo looks set to stay at Juventus (Picture: Getty)
Juventus defender Joao Cancelo insists he wants to stay at the club and will not be leavin… https://t.co/dVStLGDSpR pic.twitter.com/lSAjxkMbTg— EPL Feeds (@eplfeeds) May 14, 2019
Rumoured City target Joao Cancelo:
"At Juventus the most important thing is winning, and like every season, we will try again next year. I want to stay here, I hope my future is at Juventus, where I hope to win many different trophies." pic.twitter.com/3TxiK9OfjH
— Superbia Proelia (@SuperbiaProeIia) May 14, 2019
Please @ManUtd sign this legends pic.twitter.com/yHXVps7Y7c
— João Cancelo (@canceloxxx) May 4, 2019
What’s next?
Manchester United’s season is over after the last game-day of the Premier league. Further, they will play against Perth Glory in their first off-season game.
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