Report Man United open talks to sign Juventus midfielder Locatelli

Manchester United have reportedly opened talks with the agent of Juventus midfielder Manuel Locatelli over a possible summer transfer.

Manchester United have initiated preliminary talks with the agent of Locatelli over a possible transfer in the summer transfer window, according to The Touchline.

The report claims that Locatelli is one of the Red Devils’ options to replace Casemiro in 2026-27.

Locatelli is a regular starter at Juventus and has shown steady improvements under coach Luciano Spalletti since the Italian tactician was appointed by the Old Lady at the end of October.

Locatelli, 28, is the Juventus captain and has grabbed one goal and one assist in 31 appearances across all competitions this season.

The former Sassuolo star joined Juventus in the summer of 2021 and snubbed a move to Arsenal to sign for the Bianconeri.

A Euro 2020 winner with the Italy national team, Locatelli has scored three goals in 34 appearances with the Azzurri.

His contract at the Allianz Stadium runs out in June 2028.