Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has revealed he wants to keep midfielder Scott McTominay amid speculation that he could leave this summer.
The Red Devils are in the market for a new defensive midfielder and have already agreed personal terms with Paris Saint-Germain star Manuel Ugarte.
Talks are underway with Les Parisiens over a transfer. McTominay could reportedly be sold to accommodate the former Sporting CP star.
The Scotland international is attracting interest from West Ham United and Fulham, and United are looking for at least £30 million to consider his summer exit.
Ten Hag has admitted there will be interest in McTominay after his 10-goal season at United but says he would prefer to keep him.
He said: “If you score ten goals in a season and perform very well for Scotland there will be an interest. We want to actually keep him because he’s a very important player for our squad.
“We’ve seen what he can contribute last season. When we had the sixes and he could play in a more advanced role, he’s a highly interesting player for our team.”
McTominay was hugely influential for United in the Premier League last term. Eight of his goal contributions helped the club secure 12 extra points.
Without him, the Red Devils would have finished in the bottom half of the table in 11th.
Despite this, it is unsurprising that United are open to selling him for the right price.
The United academy graduate would provide pure profit which would assist the club in balancing the books. However, his departure does not appear guaranteed.
The Red Devils are holding out for their asking price. If they don’t receive a suitable proposal, the midfielder is most likely to continue with them for another season at least.
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