Manchester United have joined the race for Juventus defender Andrea Cambiaso. Italian media report that Juventus are prepared to consider selling the 26-year-old for €25 million. Barcelona and Liverpool are also interested in the Italy international.
Cambiaso has attracted interest from Premier League clubs over several transfer windows. In January 2025, Manchester City were reportedly close to signing him for €80 million, but the move did not materialise.
The situation has now changed. According to TuttoJuve, the defender's value has fallen significantly and his departure from Juventus in 2027 is becoming increasingly likely.
Barcelona could offer swap deal involving Alejandro Balde
Barcelona are considered one of the leading contenders to sign Cambiaso.
Hansi Flick's side regard the Italian as an important transfer target and are preparing an official offer. They could include Alejandro Balde, who has lost his previous standing at the club, in the deal.
Cambiaso has made 10 appearances in all competitions this season, providing two assists. During his time at Juventus, he has frequently played as a full-back who pushes forward to join attacks.
Manchester United seek competition for Luke Shaw
Two English clubs, Manchester United and Liverpool, are also interested in Cambiaso.
United see the Italian primarily as a competitor for Luke Shaw on the left side of their defence.
According to FootballTransfers, Cambiaso's estimated transfer value previously reached €42.7 million but has now fallen below €18 million.
His reported sale price is €25 million, considerably less than the amount Manchester City were prepared to pay in early 2025.
Manchester United could change head coach
News of the interest in Cambiaso has emerged amid uncertainty over Michael Carrick's future.
After a poor start to the season, Manchester United are 18th in the Premier League. Media reports suggest the club's hierarchy could dismiss Carrick before the end of the November international break.
Mauricio Pochettino, who currently manages the United States national team, has been named as the leading candidate to take over.
Eddie Howe and Julian Nagelsmann were previously among the most likely candidates, but Pochettino is now considered the favourite.
The Argentine could leave the United States national team to return to the Premier League, although Manchester United have not announced a final decision on changing their head coach.
