Man Utd lining up free transfer for Frenchman?

The Frenchman was a top target for manager Erik ten Hag in the summer of 2022, but a deal failed to materialise in the end. The club agreed a fee worth 20 million euros with the Bianconeri for a transfer and Ten Hag personally spoke with Rabiot. However, the move broke down at the final hurdle due to a disagreement over the salary package. Rabiot wanted €10m per year. United have continued to be linked with his services and reports claim that the club could swoop for his signature in a Bosman deal. Rabiot's current contract with the Bianconeri expires in the summer and as things stand, there are no talks over a possible renewal. This is likely to pave the way for his departure. Both United and Newcastle are said to be lining up proposals for the Frenchman.