Manchester United (Manchester United) are ready to make a move for a Real Madrid forward this summer.
According to British publication The Hard Tackle, citing Spanish publication Defensa Central, the Red Devils are ready to bid €120 million ($175.1 million) for the versatile Brazilian forward.
Hodrigo joined Real Madrid from Santos in 2019. Barcelona, Liverpool, and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) were among the clubs that pursued him, but Real were the most aggressive.
Hodriguez is a winger but can also play as a center forward. His understanding of the entire offense has helped Real lift nine major trophies, including one UEFA Champions League title and two La Liga titles.
With a long-term contract until the summer of 2028, Hodriga remains an integral part of Carlo Ancelotti's tactics. Improving with each passing season, 토토사이트 he has scored 10 goals in 30 league games this season and has 52 goals and 40 assists in 207 games in five seasons at Real.
However, his future is unclear with the addition of Kylian Mbappe, 26, who is set to join Real from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). Neither Hodriguez nor Real want to part ways. However, Mbappe's arrival and the lure of other clubs could be a problem.
That's where United come in. United"s defense was heavily criticized after the 1-1 draw with Brentford last weekend, but pundits believe that the problem is not only in defense but also in attack. Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, and Rasmus Hojelin failed to live up to expectations.
As a result, it"s important for United to add a center back this summer. United will initially offer €120 million for Hodriguez. If Real reject the offer, they are ready to increase the price to €150 million to show their intentions.
"He is quick, tireless and has unbelievable energy and technical ability," the outlet said, adding, "He is not tall, but he uses his wit and menacing pace to rarely lose the ball."