Manchester United appears to have taken the lead in the pursuit of Sporting Lisbon’s center-back, Goncalo Inacio.
The talented Portuguese prospect has certainly turned heads with his recent performances, sparking speculation of an imminent move to a top-tier club.
What makes Inacio an especially alluring target for both Manchester United and Real Madrid is the remarkably affordable €60 million release clause embedded in his existing contract. This detail was reported in the print edition of Spanish newspaper AS and translated by Sport Witness .
The latest reports suggest that Manchester United is currently leading the pack in the race to secure Inacio’s signature, a development that has surely excited fans and raised expectations.
Considering the challenges Manchester United has faced in the current season, a signing like Inacio could be pivotal, offering manager Erik ten Hag more defensive options, particularly with the recent decline in form of Raphael Varane and the unfortunate injury of Lisandro Martinez.