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Manchester United have sought to avoid entering bidding wars under INEOS, instead relying on their targets\u2019 determination to move to Old Trafford.<\/p>\n
Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo made it clear they only wanted to join United last summer, while Youri Tielemans did the same this year.<\/p>\n
On the other hand, United missed out on Mateus Fernandes, who reportedly never gave a clear indication that a move to Manchester was his preference. Their left-back target, however, is supposedly fully committed to joining the Red Devils.<\/p>\n
Chelsea target prefers Manchester United switch<\/h3>\n
According to TEAMtalk, Chelsea are working on strengthening their backline, having already reached an agreement in principle over personal terms with Crystal Palace central defender Maxence Lacroix.<\/p>\n
It is claimed Chelsea are keen to bring in a new left-back as well, following Marc Cucurella\u2019s move to Real Madrid.<\/p>\n
The Blues have made fresh enquiries over several targets and continue to monitor Newcastle United\u2019s Lewis Hall.<\/p>\n
However, it is understood Hall\u2019s \u201cpriority remains a move to Manchester United\u201d should he leave St James\u2019 Park this summer, \u201cmaking that deal significantly more complicated for Chelsea.\u201d<\/p>\n
United are also in the market for a new left-back and the club\u2019s\u00a0director of football, Jason Wilcox, is thought to be a big admirer of the \u00a370m-rated Englishman.<\/p>\n
As such, it is a significant boost for United that Hall is prepared to snub his former club, Chelsea, in favour of joining Michael Carrick\u2019s side.<\/p>\n
Lewis Hall to hold talks with Newcastle United<\/h3>\n
Hall, who is known for his technical prowess and speed, emerged as one of the Premier League\u2019s most accomplished full-backs last season. <\/p>\n
Recently, The Peoples Person relayed a report claiming the 21-year-old will speak to Eddie Howe and the Newcastle hierarchy to \u201cformally demand\u201d a transfer to United.<\/p>\n
Apart from Chelsea, Hall is admired at Arsenal, but the talented Newcastle man has his heart set on sealing a sensational move to the Theatre of Dreams.<\/p>\n
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