According to reports, Jose Mourinho is getting closer to getting the PSG managerial position as the Ligue 1 winners prepare to oust Christophe Galtier at the end of the current campaign. If given the position, the 60-year-old might conduct his transfer business with previous teams Manchester United and Chelsea. Here are speculates on the potential targets he might choose to go for.
Scott McTominay
Young McTominay received his big opportunity at United thanks to Mourinho, and the Scotsman rose through the ranks under his guidance.
McTominay fits the criteria since the Portuguese have traditionally preferred playing with big, strong midfielders. The 26-year-old is allegedly considering moving this summer as Ten Hag tries to add fresh players. Mourinho might take advantage of this by luring the player to the capital of France.
Mason Mount
Since Mount hasn't agreed to a new contract at Stamford Bridge, much has been speculated about his future in recent months.
If Mourinho wants to increase PSG's creative alternatives, he might benefit from the circumstance. At the end of the current campaign, Lionel Messi will probably leave, and Neymar may also be on the outs. Mount would provide a high-pressing option to the two and provide a work rate more in line with Mourinho's objectives.
Hakym Ziyech
Ziyech hasn't played under Mourinho previously, but earlier this year on transfer deadline day, he was close to joining PSG before the deal fell through.
It is an agreement that PSG may attempt to resurrect during the summer as the same directors are still employed by the organization. Ziyech shown during the World Cup that he is a player who is prepared to work hard for his side in both ways, a quality that Mourinho is certain to savor.
Mateo Kovacic
As Todd Boehly considers player sales to assist the club satisfy FFP requirements, Kovacic is another player who might be leaving Stamford Bridge this summer.
The Croatian would be a fantastic choice for the French powerhouses, providing a commanding presence in the middle of the field to support players like Marco Verratti.
Victor Lindelof
Sergio Ramos' contract expires at the end of the current season, thus PSG may need to acquire a new center-half over the summer.
In addition to first-choice talents Presnel Kimpembe and Marquinhos, Lindelof would be a respectable backup. The Swede may be let to depart since United is rumored to be interested in adding a new center-back to their roster, maybe allowing him to reconnect with the person who originally brought him to Old Trafford.
Anthony Martial
Martial's tenure at Old Trafford may be coming to an end since United manager Erik ten Hag is concentrating his efforts on bringing in a new striker.
During his time in command, Mourinho occasionally criticized the Frenchman, but on his best days, he is still difficult to deal with. Martial could end up being a fascinating alternative for PSG if they decide to sign a backup for Kylian Mbappe.
Man United's £8.8 million transfer under threat
Villarreal will compete with Manchester United for the services of Croatian goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic.
Whether David de Gea stays or leaves, Manchester United's search for a new goalkeeper this summer could take the team in a number of different routes.
One of the less expensive options would be to recruit Croatia's top player Dominik Livakovic, a move that was being discussed late last month.
News source Sportske According to Jutarnji, suggested that United are prepared to meet Livakovic's £8.8 million release clause in order to get him from Dinamo Zagreb.
Given his modest release clause and outstanding achievements at the World Cup, when he made more saves than any other goalie, it is not surprising that teams are lining up to sign Livakovic.
According to TMW, Spanish club Villarreal has expressed a strong interest in Livakovic and intends to stymie rival interest from United.
Knowing that the Red Devils are paying notice, Villarreal is hoping to steal a march on them by signing Livakovic early.
According to the report, "the idea is to get ahead of the competition."
Manchester United currently don't really have access to this option. The transfer business has essentially been placed on pause until a decision is made due to the delays with the pending takeover.
Even though you could argue that clarity would help, United won't want to make a move for a goalkeeper and trouble David de Gea before the FA Cup final.
This summer, shrewd clubs will start acting early. Manchester United doesn't often. Whether you like Livakovic or not, this illustrates the challenges the club will face over the coming weeks as rival clubs try to gain an advantage because of the current takeover issues.
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