Man Utd in Talks to Secure Exciting Talent Moises Caicedo: Erik ten Hag's Side Eyes Potential Signing
Manchester United contact Brighton for Ecuador midfielder Moises Caicedo; 21-year-old's transfer request sparks interest from Arsenal before being withdrawn; Man Utd also pursuing Chelsea's Mason Mount with £55m offer
Manchester United are set to make a formal approach to Brighton regarding midfielder Moises Caicedo following their initial contact this week. The club has been actively searching for a new midfielder this summer and has a £55m bid for Chelsea's Mason Mount still under consideration. However, they are now eager to explore the potential of acquiring Caicedo for Old Trafford.
They were also interested in Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot, but the 28-year-old has recently agreed to a one-year contract extension with the Italian team.
Caicedo had an impressive performance during his debut season at the Amex Stadium, earning him a rejected £70m bid from Arsenal in January. On the same day, he submitted a transfer request, which he later withdrew.
Analysis: Is Man Utd's Caicedo interest genuine?
United have previously shown interest in the talented 21-year-old. However, their pursuit of him in January 2021 was halted when he was representing Ecuadorian club Independiente del Valle as a 19-year-old. Just days before he eventually signed with Brighton, United decided to retract their interest.Manchester United has long shown interest in Moises Caicedo. However, skeptics view this differently, perceiving their pursuit of a Chelsea player initially and subsequently turning to other potential targets, coincidentally also sought after by Chelsea.
How Caicedo went from from tearful teenager in Ecuador to Arsenal, Chelsea and Man Utd target
We' Nick WrightContent: Graham Potter successfully utilized him as a left-sided No 8 early in the season after a period of transition that involved a loan spell with Beerschot in Belgium. However, his new manager Roberto De Zerbi shifted him back to a defensive midfield position and even occasionally deployed him as a temporary right-back.
Regardless of the position, Caicedo showcased his skills admirably, starting in 34 of Brighton's 38 Premier League matches. He played a vital part in the club's most successful season to date, with the statistics confirming his significant impact both on and off the ball.
"As a ball-winner, he is among the very best in the division."
Read more of Nick Wright's feature on Caicedo here
