Closing in, United sent scouts to watch Sporting man at World Cup | OneFootball

Maxi Araújo’s performances for Uruguay continue to make headlines, and Manchester United are one of the clubs closely monitoring the Sporting player’s development. After an outstanding season in Alvalade, the wing-back stood out once again at the World Cup and strengthened the English club’s interest.

According to Record, Manchester United sent scouts to watch Uruguay’s 2-2 draw against Cape Verde, a match in which Maxi Araújo once again caught the eye. The Uruguayan international has already recorded two goals and one assist in just two games in the competition.

The Old Trafford club are looking to strengthen the left side of their defence and see the 26-year-old as a solution for next season. His strong showing at the World Cup has reinforced the positive reports the English club’s officials had already gathered during the 2025/26 season.

Given this situation, the board led by Frederico Varandas is maintaining a firm stance. Sporting are only willing to negotiate for figures in the region of €60 million, although Maxi Araújo is protected by a release clause set at €80 million.

Besides Manchester United, Chelsea and Tottenham remain attentive to the Uruguayan international’s situation. At the end of his World Cup campaign, Sporting’s officials are expected to meet with the player’s representatives to decide his future. If he stays in Alvalade, Maxi Araújo is expected to be rewarded with an improved salary after a season in which he scored seven goals and provided five assists in 47 matches.

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