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Manchester United and Chelsea are reportedly all in favour of signing Leeds United goalkeeper Illan Meslier subsequent summer time.
The Frenchman has developed into one of many Premier League’s greatest shot-stoppers and he has been touted for a much bigger problem.
Foot Mercato now declare that United and Chelsea are each eager on touchdown his providers and there could possibly be a bidding battle for him.
United are at present eyeing a brand new keeper with higher distribution and mobility than David de Gea whose contract expires in June.
On the opposite hand, Chelsea are able to half methods with Kepa Arrizabalaga and Edouard Mendy to usher in a top quality younger alternative.
Meslier can be an excellent long-term acquisition for them, however the large query is how a lot Leeds may demand for his providers.
He was valued within the area of £25 million final summer time, however the charge may probably increase to £40m amid the huge curiosity in him.
Bayern Munich and Juventus have additionally been linked with the 22-year-old.