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<\/div>Manchester United<\/a> have slapped a €20 million price tag on Chris Smalling<\/a>, according to reports<\/a>.<\/p>\n That asking price is seemingly difficult for AS Roma, who have benefited from the Manchester United centre-back’s services since the start of the season. In the midst of the pandemic that has deflated the transfer market substantially, the Serie A giants may struggle to make Smalling’s move permanent.<\/p>\n According to the above, Juventus are said to be interested in the defender and will look to capitalise on Roma’s financial situation.<\/p>\n Besides the shortcomings in the market, various clubs have faced numerous losses as well. In light of the same, Juventus are plotting a swap deal with Manchester United that would see Federico Bernardeschi go the other way.<\/p>\n Manchester United Transfer News Roundup: Red Devils negotiating an audacious two-for-one player exchange, Solskjaer to send four players out on loan and more – 1st August, 2020<\/a><\/p>\n Bernardeschi has not been among the goals for Juventus despite operating in advanced positions on the pitch. Earlier, it was also reported<\/a> that he would be used as a makeweight for the signing of Arkadiusz Milik from Napoli.<\/p>\n Meanwhile, Smalling has overseen a remarkable turnaround in his career over the past 12 months or so, since completing a temporary switch to Rome.<\/p>\n The Manchester United loanee has featured 36 times for Roma this season, also chipping in with three goals. He boasts a pass success rate of 90, while Smalling also averages close to two interceptions and four clearances per game.<\/p>\n Roma are desperate to snap him up, but talks with Manchester United are understood to be at a standstill due to the latter’s reluctance.<\/p>\n Roma boss Paulo Fonseca also lavished praise on the Manchester United defender earlier in April, claiming:<\/p>\n “He surprised me. He’s a defender that had never left England and he arrived in a league very demanding of tactics, where details make the difference. Chris adapted very quickly. He’s an extraordinary guy, very intelligent. He has characteristics that I really appreciate in the centre.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n He also hoped for the Manchester United centre-half to remain at Roma.<\/p>\n “He’s fast, nearly unbeatable in one-on-ones. He has a great ability to read the play and anticipate. He was very important for this club. If possible, I would like him to stay. He’s a great professional and person, it’s a pleasure to have him here with us.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n The main variable in this deal would be Bernardeschi, as it’ll be interesting to see if Manchester United are willing to add another winger to the setup.<\/p>\n Considering they are poised to go all out for Jadon Sancho, a move for Bernardeschi may not be a plausible one as far as Manchester United are concerned. They also need funds to sign a centre-back and a forward.<\/p>\n Manchester United, meanwhile, lock horns with LASK in the Europa League round-of-16 (second leg) on August 5.<\/p>\n Tags:<\/b> Ishu Roy <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Bernardeschi may not fit the bill at Manchester United<\/h2>\n
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Manchester United star Chris Smalling is on loan at AS Roma Manchester United have slapped a €20 million price tag on Chris Smalling, according to reports. That asking price is seemingly difficult for AS Roma, who have benefited from the Manchester United centre-back’s services since the start of the season. In the midst of the pandemic … Continue reading Reports: Juventus plotting swap deal with Manchester United for Chris Smalling<\/span><\/a> Continue Reading