Man Utd want £60m transfer of Darwin Nunez from Benfica who want Prem to move… but only to Champions League club

MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly planning a £60m swoop for Benfica star Darwin Nunez.

And they’ve been given a big boost as the forward is keen on a Premier League move.

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However, a sticking point for United is that Nunez only wants to move to a club that plays Champions League football next season.

And that could open the door for competitors arsenalcurrently leading the race for fourth place.

the telegraph Expectations Nunez has caught United’s attention after scoring 26 goals in all competitions that season.

The striker is also causing a sensation with Uruguay at international level.

And United bosses could be ready to meet Benfica’s asking price of £60m this summer.

Nunez is aware of the Red Devils’ interest while Atletico Madrid are also keen.

But he would prefer a dream train to England with people like West Ham and Newcastle keep track to.

However, the duo and United could end up empty-handed.

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That’s because 90 mins claims Nunez wants to play in the Champions League next season.

Arsenal are also believed to be monitoring him in case Alexandre Lacazette leaves.

And should Mikel Arteta’s side return to the European top flight for the first time since 2017, the pendulum could swing in their favour.

Arsenal are currently four points ahead of United with a game in hand.

But rivals Spurs are also hot on their heels as Antonio Conte’s side are just three points behind and have played a game more.