Man United is believed to be "close" to signing Javi Guerra, who was formerly linked to Arsenal before they signed Martin Zubimendi. It's the perfect revenge.
This summer, Man United is active in every department. No position is ruled out for them to strengthen, as Ruben Amorim needs to be firing on all cylinders before the new season commences.
With key players set to leave, and United's general lack of firepower, nothing is off the cards. The attack, the midfield, the defence, the goalkeeper, backup options; all could be signed without a moment's hesitation.
Next up, a midfielder is thought to be "close" to joining.
Javi Gerro close to joining Man United
According to journalist Daniele Longo of Calcio Mercato, Man United is close to signing Javi Guerro. Everything else is up in the air: what's the fee? Is it a loan or permanent? Any buyback clause? I guess we'll find out...
In truth, this transfer rumour came out of nowhere. While there were always whispers of interest, Man United fans always take those rumours with a pinch of salt. They're linked to every name under the sun, so interest is only taken seriously when that interest materialises into a substantial bid.
However, it's not as simple as it was once stated. Since publishing the tweet, new information has emerged from Hector Gomez, who stated that Valencia will present Guerra with a renewed offer this week, and Guerra will stay and listen until then. Perhaps Guerra isn't as close as expected.
Arsenal previously wanted Javi Guerro
Nevertheless, the fact that Man United is in the race to sign Guerra is exciting enough. He's a box-to-box midfielder who has been linked to both Atletico Madrid and Arsenal, two clubs that know what they're doing when it comes to signing Spanish midfielders.
Arsenal's interest has probably cooled off since they signed Martin Zubimendi. Nevertheless, it'll still be pretty sweet for Man United fans to say they signed a transfer target right from under Mikel Arteta's nose.
This news comes just a day after Arsenal's Viktor Gyokeres breakthrough, a player who Man United were closely monitoring, which is particularly poetic.