Man Utd news: Three players considered for swap deal as club forfeits financial boost

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Manchester United are closing in on Champions League qualification as they look to finish the season on a high. Michael Carrick ’s side sit in third place in the Premier League , 11 points clear of sixth-place Brighton .

They took another big step on Monday night, coming out as 2-1 winners over Brentford at Old Trafford. Goals from Casemiro and Benjamin Sesko earned them a big three points.

Eyes are now turning to the big clash against Liverpool at Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon (3.30pm kick-off) Arne Slot ’s side are one place and three points behind United in the table, setting up an intriguing encounter.

As we reach the business end of the season, attention also starts turning to the summer transfer window and possible incomings and outgoings. There has already been a lot of talk about possible movement at United.

With that in mind, here’s a look at the latest news from Old Trafford…

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AC Milan will consider three United players as part of a swap deal for Rafael Leao, according to Gazzetta dello Sport . The outlet claim that United have already made contact with agents over a potential deal for Leao this summer, but their first choice target is Aston Villa ’s Morgan Rogers.

However, Leao could be an easier deal to do, with Milan now ready to listen to offers for the winger. The Italian side are reportedly asking for around €50 million (£43.3m) but their interest in three United players could possibly lead to a swap deal.

Joshua Zirkzee, Manuel Ugarte and Marcus Rashford are all mentioned. All three players are expected to leave Old Trafford this summer.

Zirkzee has struggled to make an impact since his move from Bologna, while Rashford has spent the season on loan with Barcelona . The Spanish side have the option to make the move permanent for £26 million but they are looking less and less likely to trigger it.

United could therefore be looking for sale in the summer. Using him as part of a swap for Leao could be seen as a solution.

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United have forfeited a financial boost from a friendly against RB Leipzig. Sky Germany report that as part of the agreement between the two sides over striker Benjamin Sesko, a friendly match must be played.

But instead of United financially benefitting from the game, Leipzig will instead receive all of the revenue. It’s reported that the game must be played within the ‘next few years’.

United completed a deal for Sesko last summer, paying a fee of around £66.3million. However, Sky Germany report that it is now set to rise to £74 million with add-ons.

It’s claimed that there will be around £3.5 million in bonuses for things such as appearances, goals and Champions League qualification.

In his first season with the club, Sesko has scored 11 times, in 31 appearances in all competitions. He scored what turned out to be the winning goal in Monday night’s win over Brentford.

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