A recent update indicates that Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s primary aim at Manchester United this summer is to buy a “monster” player.

Making an impression at Manchester United

The recent Red Devils investor is making a quick effort to leave his mark at Old Trafford. Now that he has the authority to make choices on sports, Ratcliffe has already hired Omar Berrada from rival Manchester City to be the club’s new CEO, is hoping to hire Dan Ashworth from Newcastle United to be the sporting director, and has even disclosed plans to construct a new stadium at Old Trafford.

Manchester United’s Old Trafford
Erik ten Hag’s managerial future has also been the subject of much conjecture; according to one story, Ratcliffe has already made up his mind to fire the Dutchman and has named Roberto De Zerbi of Brighton & Hove Albion as his successor.

Regarding transfers, Manchester United has been linked to a number of players from throughout Europe, with a focus on strengthening the defence. Ashworth is specifically targeting Jarrad Branthwaite of Everton, while the Red Devils are reportedly prepared to “go all out” for Leny Yoro of Lille.

Gleison Bremer, a defender for Juventus, has also been linked to a move to Old Trafford. Ashworth is reportedly considering a £120 million double swoop for both the defender and Nicolo Barella, an Inter Milan midfielder. A new update has surfaced regarding the first of the two Serie A players, and it appears that United is prepared to move further.

Man Utd is prepared to activate Bremer’s release clause.

Man Utd has made signing Bremer a key priority this summer and is willing to activate the £43 million release clause in his contract, according to claims from The i that were reprinted by The Metro.

Glenison-Bremer Premier League transfers to Newcastle
Bremer is the top choice for Ratcliffe and company’s two new centre backs, but Real Madrid, Chelsea, and Tottenham are all keeping an eye on the defender, so United will have fierce competition.

With his Transfermarkt valuation skyrocketing to a career-high €60m over the last 12 months, the 26-year-old seems to be at the top of his game, so a £43m fee might turn out to be a steal.

The Brazil international has a wealth of experience playing in Italy, having played for both Juventus and his former team Torino. He has made 71 appearances for his current employers in recent seasons, solidifying his status as a regular in Turin.

Bremer’s best 2023–2024 Juventus performances

WhoScored rating

Juventus 0-3 Lecce

8.19 out of 10

Juventus 0–1 Fiorentina

7.79 out of 10

3–0 Juventus Sassuolo

7.60 out of 10.

Cagliari 2-1 Juventus

7.43 out of 10.

Juventus 1-0 Inter Milan

7.43 out of 10.

Bremer has been hailed as a “monster” in the back by data analyst Ben Mattinson. Former Brazil manager Tite has also lauded Bremer, called him up to the 2022 World Cup squad, saying:

“Bremer’s career and excellent achievements at Torino and Juventus gave him the chance to be called up. Maybe we misjudged him and didn’t pay him enough attention, as he should have had our whole attention much sooner.

“When he first came here, he exuded such confidence in the training sessions and games we played. He is a very talented player, in fact.