Flashscore sources: Man United identify unsettled Aurelien Tchouameni as top target

[p]While there is no clarity yet over whether [a href="https://www.flashscore.ca/team/real-madrid/W8mj7MDD/"]Real Madrid[/a] would be willing to part ways with the 26-year-old, there is a growing belief that his position at the club could come under pressure in the coming weeks.[/p][p]Real Madrid are in the process of reshaping their squad ahead of next season, with Jose Mourinho working alongside the club's hierarchy on streamlining the squad while adding elite-level talent.[/p][p][b]Bernardo Silva has already completed a move to the Santiago Bernabeu and there is a strong possibility that Real Madrid will test Chelsea's resolve with an offer for Enzo Fernandez. [/b][/p][p]Should the Spanish side proceed with a bid for the Argentine, sources believe further internal changes would be required to accommodate another major midfield arrival.[/p][p]That scenario could leave [a href="https://www.flashscore.ca/player/tchouameni-aurelien/QkiZum3e/"]Tchouameni[/a] vulnerable despite remaining a highly regarded member of the squad. Sources suggest he may become one of the casualties if Real Madrid continue to strengthen in central midfield.[/p][p]As things stand, he finds himself in a state of limbo, unable to be certain where he fits into the club's long-term plans. He fought with teammate Federico Valverde last season - and while that did not have direct consequences in terms of his future, his role at the club had already been in some doubt. [/p][embed guid="9190d65a-da2c-443e-b5aa-fa007ea3effa" url="https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2052769392329367795" social-type="twitter" /][p][a href="https://www.flashscore.ca/team/manchester-united/ppjDR086/"]Manchester United[/a]'s interest remains genuine, as they monitor what happens next. Club recruiters view the France international as a Champions League-calibre midfielder capable of significantly improving the quality of the squad. [/p][p][b]Although there are reservations about signing players who do not have experience in Premier League football, United believe Tchouameni possesses the pedigree and profile to make an immediate impact.[/b][/p][p]The financial implications of any potential deal are expected to become clearer in the near future as United seek to establish whether a move would be realistic.[/p][p]United continue to assess alternative midfield options and sources have told Flashscore that West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes remains a prime candidate to come in.[/p][p]The problem is that other clubs are showing interest, and that is impacting their hopes of knocking down the £80 million being demanded.[/p][p]Bournemouth’s Alex Scott is another name increasingly viewed as a realistic target should other pursuits prove difficult.[/p][p]For now, however, Tchouameni remains a name to watch as Real Madrid's summer business develops.[/p][p][a href="https://www.flashscore.ca/news/transfer-news-live-tracker-updates/8QqUWm3n/"][b]Follow the transfer news LIVE this summer[/b].[/a][/p][infobox id="f961102e-920a-4281-b5f2-f996852544cf" /]