Manchester United have intensified their pursuit of Juventus midfielder Khéphren Thuram as interim manager Michael Carrick looks to anchor his revitalized squad for a return to the Champions League.
The Red Devils currently sit third in the Premier League with 59 points from 31 matches, holding a ten-match “Carrick bounce” that has seen them collect 23 points from a possible 30.
With veteran Casemiro confirming his summer departure, the 25-year-old Frenchman has emerged as the “ideal partner” for teenage sensation Kobbie Mainoo in a new-look engine room.
Thuram has been a standout in Serie A this term, recording two goals and two assists across 28 league appearances while maintaining an impressive 89% passing accuracy.
Juventus reportedly value the powerhouse at approximately €65m–€75m, though their willingness to sell may hinge on whether they secure a top-four finish in Italy.
While Liverpool and Arsenal remain in the shadows, United’s hierarchy is reportedly leading the negotiations, viewing Thuram as a more affordable “world-class” alternative to domestic targets.
The French international, son of legend Lilian Thuram, has already demonstrated his durability with 38 total appearances this season, primarily in a dynamic box-to-box role.
As United prepare for a defining April clash against Leeds, the acquisition of Thuram is seen as a cornerstone of the club’s post-Amorim rebuilding project.
