Reports suggest Manchester United are trying to hijack Chelsea’s move for Lyon defender Malo Gusto.
It was recently claimed that Fabrizio Romano that Chelsea had a bid rejected for the young defender, which means our interest could force the Stamford Bridge club to make another offer to Lyon.
Chelsea are in direct contact with OL for Malo Gusto. Understand personal terms are already agreed on long term deal, player open to the move. 🚨🔵 #CFC
OL have turned down Chelsea opening verbal bid, as @sebnonda reported — they want Malo Gusto to stay at least until June. pic.twitter.com/mAMz422kbu
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 23, 2023
Lyon would like to keep Gusto until the end of the season, though, but that could change if Chelsea throw stupid sums of money at them for the defender’s signature.
According to RMC Sport, Manchester United have urged Gusto’s representatives to wait before accepting an offer from Chelsea as they consider making an offer.
It goes without saying that United are a far more appealing outfit than Chelsea right now.
The prospect of working under Ten Hag would excite most young players out there.
