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Manchester United are looking to strengthen their midfield this summer, with a fresh target emerging from their local rivals, Liverpool.

The player in question is a 26-year-old midfielder whose contract runs out at the end of June.

Despite several months of negotiations, there has been no agreement over an extension.

With a few offers on the table, the midfielder’s future remains uncertain, and now, United’s interest could create further complications.

Liverpool have been in a state of flux since the sacking of their manager Matt Beard in February, leaving them without a permanent manager for months.

This has added an extra layer of uncertainty for their players, with many wondering what the future holds.

With the transfer window fast approaching, these issues have spilt over into negotiations.

The midfielder has been a regular starter for Liverpool since joining in January 2023, and her next move is highly anticipated.

Sources suggest that Liverpool were hopeful of retaining the player.

However, United’s interest may be a game-changer in this situation.

The club is reportedly keen to bring her in, with the potential to team up with fellow Japanese international Hinata Miyazawa at Old Trafford.

United have a range of names on their shortlist, but this player is said to be a top priority.

26-year-old midfielder Fuka Nagano joined Liverpool in January 2023 and has quickly become an important figure for the team.

She is set to become a free agent at the end of June, and her contract situation has caught the attention of Manchester United.

According to BBC Sport, “Manchester United are interested in signing Liverpool midfielder Fuka Nagano on a free transfer this summer.”

“The 26-year-old’s contract runs out at Liverpool at the end of June and she is yet to agree an extension despite having offers on the table for several months.”

“Sources at Liverpool suggested in May they were hopeful Nagano would renew her contract but United’s interest could complicate matters.”

Liverpool had hoped she would sign an extension, as sources within the club suggested in May that they were optimistic about retaining Nagano.

However, with United’s interest now in play, it complicates matters.

The ongoing managerial uncertainty at Liverpool has not helped the situation, making it difficult for the club to secure key players like Nagano.

Her potential move to United would see her link up with Japanese international Hinata Miyazawa, but sources indicate that United have a list of other targets as well.

This transfer window promises to be full of twists, and Liverpool’s hope of keeping Nagano could face a serious test.

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