Saul Niguez sent Manchester United fans into meltdown over the weekend. The Atletico Madrid midfielder, wanted by the Red Devils, posted a cryptic message on social media stating he would announce a “new club” in three days.
All eyes will now be on a potential Wednesday announcement with United fans hoping it means they have got their man. Daily Star Sport reported in March that United were growing increasingly confident of landing Niguez in a club record deal by meeting his £135m release clause.
And whilst the coronavirus pandemic has altered the market, United still look set to be able to splash the cash. But what would a move for another central midfielder mean for Bruno Fernandes, snapped up in January for big money?