In December, sports witness Covered claims about Manchester United's interest in AS Roma's Manu Kone.
It came amid the midfielder's impressive Serie A campaign. In fact, he has been vital for the Giallorossi since arriving from Borussia Mönchengladbach.
While the talk about Kone and Manchester United has faded, the Red Devils are considering another Serie A midfielder.
The player in question is Juventus' Khefren Thuram, who is replicating Kone's impact in Turin. Although he is one of the most important players for the Bianconeri, his future is not certain.
Juve is rushing contract talks
IT migration market Report that Luciano Spalletti sees Thuram as someone who belongs on the 'unsellable' list.
Despite this, Manchester United are proving to be a threat and are keeping an eye on him ahead of a potential summer move. This has made the Italian giants nervous and they are now rushing into contract talks.
Negotiations on renewal are expected to begin soon. The 24-year-old's current deal expires in 2029 and he earns just €2m per season. Juve want to increase his wages to around €3m per season by extending the deal until 2030.
It is not known whether the midfielder agrees to this or not, but this salary would be quite affordable for Manchester United. There is also interest from Inter Milan and it's all causing a bit of nervousness in Continassa.
Our opinion on Thuram for Manchester United
The Red Devils have obvious midfield problems, with Casemiro set to leave in the summer. Manuel Ugarte has not lived up to expectations and there is a clear need for several midfield signings.
Signing one of the best in Serie A would mean a lot. Thuram has thrived as a ball-carrier in the final third and performs best as a number eight. Manchester United need that dynamism and it would also take some pressure off Koby Manu's shoulders.
Thuram can play in the World Cup this year. This will increase its value and potentially attract other suitors. That's why Michael Carrick's side must quickly lay the groundwork for a potential deal.
Contract, price and agent details
Khefren Thuram has a contract with Juventus until June 2029. He is on the same deal as when he arrived from Nice in 2024, and will likely feel his position is more deserving.
transfer market The player is valued at €40 million, and it is almost certain that Juventus will demand more than that from Manchester United. The Frenchman is managed by Sport Cover agency, which also represented his brother Marcus Thuram.
The pair are sons of World Cup winner Lilian Thuram.
