Manchester United gear up for friendly against PSG in pre-season preparations
Manchester United is set to face European champions Paris Saint-Germain in a friendly this Saturday as part of their pre-season preparations. The Red Devils experienced a shocking 1-0 defeat against Wrexham in their first pre-season match, but quickly rebounded with a commanding 5-0 victory over Norway’s Rosenborg.
In their latest fixture, Michael Carrick’s side showcased resilience, coming from behind to defeat Atletico Madrid, a formidable opponent from Spain. As the team approaches their matchup with PSG, Carrick is eager to see them continue their positive momentum against top-tier competition.
In addition to match preparations, there are intriguing developments regarding Manchester United’s transfer strategy. Reports suggest that Newcastle United has granted forward Nick Woltemade permission to leave the club this summer.
CaughtOffside indicates that the young German forward has attracted interest from several clubs, including Aston Villa, Atletico Madrid, and Borussia Dortmund. Now, both Manchester United and Liverpool are reportedly keeping a close eye on his situation.
Woltemade, who joined Newcastle from Stuttgart last summer for a record fee of approximately £65 million, started his tenure at St. James’ Park with promising performances. However, his form dipped, and he concluded his debut season with only 11 goals in 51 appearances, complemented by five assists.
With the current transfer window approaching its climax, Manchester United is actively exploring options to enhance Carrick’s squad. The club is reportedly keen on acquiring Woltemade, although Newcastle is said to be seeking around £55 million for the talented forward. An initial loan deal with an option to buy may be the most feasible arrangement at this time.
