Manchester United Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This Real Madrid Midfielder: Should Carrick Go For Him? | OneFootball

In a recent segment on Youtube, renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano stated that Manchester United are keeping a keen eye on Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga. Romano said,

“Another option, in this case only mentioned internally in the meetings, has been also Eduardo Camavinga. So Camavinga, Manu Koné, that kind of player, defensive midfielder who can run, who can help with intensity, also physical. So this is what Man United are looking for. On Camavinga, Eduardo Camavinga doesn’t want to leave Real Madrid this summer.

“Camavinga wants to stay. Camavinga wants to continue the club. Camavinga wants to be an important part of Real Madrid project next season. So the Camavinga story could only be possible if the player decides to go. But at the moment, Camavinga wants to stay at Real Madrid, so this is why the deal for Camavinga is complicated.”

Camavinga’s Impressive Form In Spanish Football

Camavinga enjoyed a good run of form at the Madrid club in the previous campaign after he produced a series of impressive displays for them in La Liga. The 23-year-old scored two goals and earned one assist in 43 matches for Los Blancos last season in multiple competitions.

The French talent is currently among the most gifted central midfielders in La Liga. Hence, it is no surprise that the Red Devils are showing interest in signing Camavinga later this year.

PAMPLONA, SPAIN – FEBRUARY 21: Eduardo Camavinga of Real Madrid looks on during the LaLiga EA Sports match between CA Osasuna and Real Madrid CF at Estadio El Sadar on February 21, 2026 in Pamplona, Spain. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images)

His current contract at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium will run out in the summer of 2029, which could make it difficult for Man United to sign him on the cheap this off-season.

Should Manchester United Boss Michael Carrick Go For Camavinga?

Camavinga is a solid tackler of the ball and can sense the danger well to earn possession back for his team inside his half. He usually puts his foot through the ball when the opposition are on the front foot and is a tidy passer as well.

The French sensation is primarily a box-to-box midfielder but can also serve as a defensive midfielder or as a left-sided wide player if told to do so by his manager. Camavinga can also chip in by scoring and creating the odd goal for his team. However, there are some concerns over whether he can cope with the physicality and high intensity of the Premier League if the Red Devils manage to bring him on board later this year.

We can expect Camavinga to add more quality and depth to Man United boss Michael Carrick’s midfield department. He has what it takes to fight for a regular first-team spot at the Theatre of Dreams next season.

At 23, Camavinga has his peak years ahead of him, which makes him a worthy target for the Mancunian giants to pursue in this transfer window. With all things considered, Carrick would be wise to go for a player with his skill set later this year.