Manchester United eye £43m move for Juventus’s Conceição
Manchester United are reportedly targeting Juventus winger Francisco Conceição in a deal valued at about £43m (€50m), with manager Michael Carrick said to be pushing hard for the Portugal international’s arrival this summer, according to transfer reports from Italy and the UK.
Key Takeaways
- United and Carrick want 23-year-old Conceição from Juventus at roughly £43m (€50m).
- Italian outlet TuttoJuve says Carrick views him as a “perfect fit” and is pushing for the move.
- Juventus would prefer to keep him but may sell for a significant offer amid reported finances.
- Chelsea, Liverpool and RB Leipzig have also been linked with the versatile Portugal winger.
- Any United move could hinge on Marcus Rashford’s future, reports suggest.
What is happening with Manchester United and Conceição?
According to The Guardian’s transfer rumours round-up, Manchester United and Michael Carrick want to sign the 23-year-old Portugal winger from Juventus. The former Porto attacker, who recently returned from the World Cup, is valued at about £43m (€50m).
Football365, citing Italian outlet TuttoJuve, reports Carrick “particularly appreciates” Conceição and is “pushing for his arrival,” with United viewing him as a “perfect fit.” For more celebrity and sports buzz, see our Celebrity Breaking News hub.
Why does Michael Carrick want Francisco Conceição?
Reports say Carrick values Conceição’s ability to beat players, create chances and play on both flanks—qualities prized in the Premier League. The Peoples Person notes he stands only 5'5" but has excellent acceleration and quick feet, and made four World Cup appearances for Portugal under Roberto Martinez.
In Serie A in 2025/26 he contributed eight goal involvements in 31 outings. Across his Juventus spell he has 11 goals and 11 assists in 82 appearances after arriving from Porto on loan in 2024, with a £26m buy option later triggered.
Could Juventus sell — and who else is interested?
Juventus reportedly prefer to keep Conceição and manager Luciano Spalletti sees him as integral, but could be tempted by a suitable bid. Leipzig have identified him as a leading option to replace Yan Diomande, while Chelsea and Liverpool have also shown admiration.
United have already added Youri Tielemans, Andrey Santos and Karl Darlow this summer and may still pursue more midfield help. A winger move could depend on Marcus Rashford leaving, with Tottenham linked at around £30m. The Peoples Person notes wage demands are not thought to be an obstacle, though it rates the Italian-led Carrick narrative cautiously and says no talks or offers have been widely confirmed yet.