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Valverde Linked to Man United Bid and Chelsea Swap as Player Rebuts Refusal Claim

Conflicting briefings leave transfer chatter unverified as Madrid insiders stress the vice-captain’s status.

Overview

  • Manchester United are reported to be weighing a January move for Federico Valverde with figures around €80 million cited by EPL Index.
  • Reports from Spain relayed by Football365 claim Chelsea have agreed a swap of Enzo Fernández for Valverde, though this has not been confirmed by the clubs.
  • Valverde posted that he has never refused to play, acknowledged below-par performances, and affirmed his willingness to feature in any position.
  • Defensa Central reports Real Madrid are not considering selling Valverde and view him as a current vice-captain and future captain.
  • EPL Index notes talk of creative proposals, including the possible involvement of Kobbie Mainoo, yet no formal bids or negotiations have been announced.