Manchester Evening

• Aston Villa is reportedly competing with Manchester United to sign midfielder Manu Kone and winger Crysencio Summerville. • Italian outlet Sports Media Set suggests Villa may attempt to "hijack" these targets, following a similar pattern seen in their pursuit of Johan Manzambi. • This potential rivalry adds pressure to United's recruitment strategy as they seek to strengthen their squad with high-profile talent.

• Manchester United have proactively started their summer transfer business by agreeing to a £35 million deal with Atalanta to sign midfielder Ederson. • The transfer is expected to be officially confirmed shortly after Brazil's exit from the World Cup following their match against Norway. • Manager Michael Carrick is seeking to strengthen the squad through a 7-man shortlist and potential targets like Alex Scott to prepare for the club's return to the Champions League.

• Manchester United is reportedly monitoring several high-profile targets, including Rafael Leao, Vinicius Jr, and Elliot Anderson, as they look to strengthen the squad. • According to Sport Bild, United may submit an offer this summer for a Dortmund centre-back, whose future is currently the subject of intense speculation. • The club is also tracking updates on other players such as Mateus Fernandes, Ederson, and Sandro Tonali to bolster various positions.

• Manchester United is monitoring several transfer targets, including Rafael Leao, Ederson, and Sandro Tonali, ahead of the upcoming summer window. • Former midfielder Emmanuel Petit has specifically recommended Real Madrid's Aurelien Tchouameni as the ideal midfield partner for Kobbie Mainoo. • These updates come as the club evaluates its squad needs and considers potential additions to strengthen the roster.