Manchester United have reportedly joined Real Madrid in the race to sign left-back Theo Hernandez, who is facing a ‘difficult’ situation at AC Milan.
The 27-year-old French international was left out of the Rossoneri’s starting XI in their last two matches and clubs are preparing to move for him in the January window.
Hernandez’s current contract with AC Milan runs out in 2026. There have been talks over an extension, but negotiations are currently at a standstill.
According to Milanlive , Man Utd are keeping tabs on Hernandez and are ‘ready to attack’ for his signing, as Ruben Amorim looks to bring in cover for injury-plagued duo Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia.
The chances of Hernandez leaving Milan in January are described as ‘very high.’ Meanwhile, another Italian outlet, Gazetta Zella sport , Hernandez’s relationship with Milan boss Paulo Fonseca is ‘full of tension.’
The manager is reportedly unhappy with the left-back’s commitment in training and has made an example of him in front of his teammates.
The situation could lead to ‘big clubs’ trying to ‘take advantage’ of the situation in January and Man Utd and Hernandez’s former club Real Madrid are considering moves for him this winter.
Real Madrid also interested in AC Milan full-back – sources
TEAMtalk transfer correspondent Rudy Galetti exclusively revealed on Monday that Real Madrid are seriously considering a January swoop for former player Hernandez.
We understand that Milan have offered Hernandez a salary of around €5million (£4.1m / $5.2m) per season to extend his contract and that isn’t considered to be sufficient by the left-back.
That’s why Madrid believe there could be a possibility of bringing the French international back to the Bernabeu in January and talks with his agents are ongoing.
Milan are yet to make a final decision on Hernandez’s future but if he doesn’t extend his contract beyond 2026, January or next summer will be their last chances to get a decent fee for his services.
Man Utd could therefore face competition from Madrid should they decide to make a move for Hernandez in January.
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