Manchester United Also on his agenda for the summer is Elche CF's David Affengruber.
Last month, Sports Witness Covered claims from Spain Manchester United is preparing to sign him.
After a three-year spell with Austrian side Sturm Graz, the centre-back joins the La Liga side on a free transfer in 2024.
He made 40 appearances in his debut season and has played 2,736 minutes in 35 matches so far this season.
The defender's La Liga statistics per game are as follows:
- Appearances: 32
- Minutes per game: 81
- Interception: 1.4
- Tackle: 2.1
- Recovery: 4.3
- Approval: 4.9
- Blocked Shots: 0.7
- Duel won: 5.0
The Austria international is attracting interest from some clubs in Spain and across Europe.
There is a tussle for signatures at Manchester United
Sports stadium Mention the Premier League side when covering the latest on David Affengruber's pursuit of Villarreal.
The Yellow Submarine have joined the campaign and are seriously considering signing the 25-year-old. It will not be easy as other clubs are showing interest in him.
His impressive performances have put him on the radar of top clubs. Manchester United, Atletico Madrid, Sevilla and Real Betis have all 'highlighted' his name.
There is a 'fierce battle going on' to secure the services of the Austrian and Elche are ready to sell him after this season.
The player's contract expires in 2027, and includes a €20m release clause, which is economical for the Old Trafford club.
Elche could use this as a starting point, especially if there are attractive offers from the Premier League and Bundesliga.
If this happens, it will be difficult for the Spanish club to compete. Villarreal is not the favorite right now but has no intention of abandoning the operation.
Sources close to the player told Estadio that he has not yet made a decision on his future, but that his priority is to remain in Spain. This could benefit their La Liga supporters, including Villarreal.
Manchester United must be confident
For now, David Affengruber's name has been underlined by Michael Carrick's side, and there is no word if further progress will be made to sign him in the summer.
If Manchester United decide to make a move, they will first have to convince the Austrian to switch to the Premier League as he prefers to remain in Spain.
transfer market The Elche player is valued at €9m, the highest price so far in his career.
