Manchester United and Bayern Munich will compete with Chelsea in the race to sign 38-cap French international Mike Maignan from AC Milan this summer.
According to a report by Italian outlet Calciomercato, Mike Maignan faces an uncertain future at AC Milan heading into the summer transfer window. Massimiliano Allegri’s departure has left the 30-year-old in limbo, and the situation has opened the window for a move away from the Serie A club amid his links with Chelsea, Manchester United, and Bayern Munich.
Mike Maignan has established himself as one of the world’s best goalkeepers over the past half a dozen years. The 30-year-old became a household name during his spell with LOSC Lille, and he has continued bolstering his reputation since joining AC Milan from the Ligue 1 club in July 2021.
The French international has made over 200 appearances thus far for AC Milan while keeping 74 clean sheets and conceding 208 goals. However, Maignan’s long-term future is uncertain, with Chelsea, Manchester United, and Bayern Munich among the prospective suitors vying for his signature.
Bayern Munich will dip into the market for a goalkeeper this summer, as Manuel Neuer is in the twilight of his career. With the veteran German goalkeeper approaching his retirement, the Bavarian giants need a replacement. Maignan has thus emerged as a viable target for Bayern Munich.
Meanwhile, Chelsea wanted to sign Mike Maignan last summer, but a deal did not materialise. The continued interest makes sense, as Robert Sanchez and Filip Jorgensen have been error-prone between the sticks. So, the Blues need an upgrade, and they have identified Maignan as a top target.
As for Manchester United, it is unclear why the Red Devils are vying for a goalkeeper, as Senne Lammens has been top-class since arriving at Old Trafford last summer. While Andre Onana and Altay Bayindir are expected to leave United this summer, they need a new deputy for Lammens instead of pursuing a new first-choice stopper.
Nevertheless, Maignan’s unsettled status at AC Milan may yet tempt one or all three clubs to make a formal move as the transfer window approaches. However, it is unclear how much the Serie A giants will demand to part ways with him this summer.
