Next Rodri: Man Utd Want Felix Nmecha

Manchester United are still on the lookout for midfielders in the summer transfer window, as Sky Sports Germany reports of a fresh option in the market for the Red Devils.

The central ranks remain an important area of change for Michael Carrick, with a clear need to add some more quality when in possession.

An exit for Casemiro should be followed by a move for Manuel Ugarte, showing a clear change in approach, with some replacements already on the cards.

A deal has been agreed for Ederson from Atalanta, but the second signing behind him in midfield is currently unclear, as links continue to arise over several different candidates.

The likes of Sandro Tonali, Alex Scott, Mateus Fernandes, Carlos Baleba, and more have all been rumoured with interest from Man United, as they cast a wide net to land the ideal addition for the future.

A fresh name has now joined the race for the Red Devils, but there is competition for his signature.

According to a report from Sky Sports Germany, Man United are in the mix to sign Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha this summer.

The 25-year-old has impressed since joining the Bundesliga outfit back in 2023, becoming a regular feature in the centre of the pitch across all competitions.

That has caught the eye of Man United, as well as a few of their rivals, as Manchester City and Real Madrid are also claimed to be in the race for his signature.

Any move this summer looks difficult, however, as Borussia Dortmund are intent on keeping the German international for at least another season of action.

His club hold a contract until 2030, and while he does have a release clause in the region of £60.5 million, that doesn't become active until next summer at the earliest.

Any deal this summer is likely to eclipse that, due to Dortmund's stance, but it would make for an ideal move to land a player who can make an impact in the here and now.

Nmecha is a target for several clubs for good reason, following a few consistent years of standout performances in the Bundesliga.

The 25-year-old came through the Manchester City academy, but made just three senior appearances before making a move to Wolfsburg.

It only took two seasons of consistent football in the Bundesliga for him to catch the eye, as Borussia Dortmund took their chance to try and develop their next big talent.

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Nmecha has been described as the perfect replacement for Rodri at Man City, prompting talks of a potential return as the club looks to build for the long-term future without the Ballon d'Or winner.

With that clear ability in his locker, and the potential to grow even further as he nears the peak years of his career, there is some hope that Man United could pounce on the mistake of their nearest and dearest rivals.