Missed Opportunity For The Red Devils

Man Utd 'Reject Opportunity' to Sign England Star in Double Deal After Chelsea Talks Break Down

Missed Opportunity for the Red Devils

Manchester United have reportedly passed up the chance to sign England international Declan Rice in a double deal that would have also seen Mason Mount move to Old Trafford. Chelsea had been in talks with West Ham over a £150m deal for Rice, but the Blues pulled out of the negotiations after failing to agree on a fee. United were then offered the opportunity to sign Rice, but they also declined.

The Red Devils are said to be prioritizing other targets in the summer transfer window, including Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong and Lazio midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic.

Rice Remains a Top Target for Chelsea

Despite United's decision, Chelsea are still believed to be keen on signing Rice. The Blues are expected to make a renewed bid for the midfielder in the summer, with manager Graham Potter a big admirer of his talents.

• Rice has been a key player for West Ham in recent seasons, helping the club to a seventh-place finish in the Premier League last season.
• The 24-year-old is also a regular for England, having made 39 appearances for his country.
• Rice is widely regarded as one of the best midfielders in the Premier League, and he would be a valuable addition to any team.

United Turn Attention to Other Targets

With Rice now off the table, United are expected to focus their attention on other targets in the summer transfer window.

De Jong and Milinkovic-Savic are both believed to be high on United's list of priorities, and the club could also make a move for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen.

De Jong a Long-Term Target for United

De Jong has been a long-term target for United, and the club are believed to be confident of signing the Dutchman this summer.

The 25-year-old is a versatile midfielder who can play in a variety of positions, and he would be a valuable addition to Erik ten Hag's squad.

Milinkovic-Savic Another Option for United

Milinkovic-Savic is another option for United in midfield, and the Serbian is believed to be keen on a move to Old Trafford.

The 27-year-old is a powerful and physical midfielder who would add some much-needed steel to United's engine room.