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Manchester United could miss out on top transfer target Alphonso Davies, with Barcelona boss Hansi Flick pushing to reunite with the full-back.
Davies is one of the most highly-rated left-backs in Europe and has been a key part of several Bayern Munich managers’ plans in recent years. He has been a regular fixture under Vincent Kompany as well, with the Belgian coach trusting him to cover the position in 15 games across all competitions so far.
However, Davies’s days in Munich appear to be numbered, with the Bundesliga giants struggling to find an agreement with his camp over a new deal.
The 24-year-old Canadian star has entered the final 10 months of his contract at Bayern.
According to TEAMtalk, there have been “long negotiations” between the two parties, and Bayern’s “final offer” is already on the table. They are not expected to make another proposal to Davies, who currently earns £130k per week.
As things stand, he will be free to depart Allianz Arena at the end of the season, and it is understood he has “plenty of offers around Europe.”
Real Madrid and United are among the clubs interested in the player, having already reached out to his camp to understand the “conditions of a deal.”
The Bayern star, known for his incredible pace and dribbling ability on the flanks, has the potential to be an ideal wing-back in Ruben Amorim’s 3-4-3, especially since there are plenty of question marks on Luke Shaw’s fitness.
As such, United’s alleged approach makes perfect sense. However, Barcelona have now joined the race and they might have an edge due to Flick’s history with the player.
The German tactician managed Davies at Bayern, and has reportedly requested Barca to bring him to Spain by making an offer “he can’t refuse”.
It is added that the Catalan outfit believe they have a “chance of landing the full-back and that he would be keen on the move.”
While Barcelona seem to be stepping up their efforts to sign Davies, United reportedly see his wage demand, thought to be around £240k-a-week, as a “sticking point” in their pursuit.