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Longstaff, 21, enjoyed a breakthrough season for Newcastle United last term. Coming through the youth ranks, the youngster made nine appearances for Rafael Benitez’s side in 2018-19.
In order to strengthen the Red Devils’ midfield options, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer had been tracking the English youngster. However, according to reports, Longstaff’s valuation of £50m stunned Manchester United.
Speaking to the media ahead of the friendly game against Tottenham Hotspur, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer provided transfer updates regarding United’s ongoing transfer business. He said,
The heart of the matter
Speaking to the media, Steve Bruce, the manager of Newcastle United, confirmed that the club doesn’t want to sell their young players. The former Manchester United defender said:
What’s next?
Manchester United’s executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward has remained in the United Kingdom to continue the pursuit of Longstaff. Additionally, there have been reports suggesting that Solskjaer is willing to break the bank for Sergej Milinković-Savić instead of spending lavishly on Longstaff and Bruno Fernandes.
The Red Devils, meanwhile, are slated to play Kristiansund in their next pre-season fixture on the 30th of July.
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