Gabby George: Everton defender in talks over Man Utd move as Marc Skinner's side search Ona Batlle replacement
Gabby George in talks about swapping Everton for Manchester United; Sky Sports News understands United have activated George's £150,000 release clause; The WSL summer transfer window closes on Thursday at 11pm, with new season starting on October 1 live on Sky Sports
Sky Sports News reporter
Wednesday 13 September 2023 19:50, UK
Everton defender Gabby George is in talks over a move to Manchester United.
Everton are reluctant to sell the player but Sky Sports News understands United have met her release clause of around £150,000.
United have been looking for a full-back all summer after Ona Batlle left for Barcelona on a free transfer.
George has been with Everton for more than nine years after leaving United's academy as a teenager.
The Women's Super League summer transfer deadline is Thursday at 11pm.
Manchester United are looking at goalkeeping alternatives as doubts remain about Mary Earps' future at the club.
Contract discussions between the club and player have been going on for more than a year but there is no indication an agreement is close.
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Sky Sports News previously reported that United rejected a world-record bid for a goalkeeper when an unnamed club made a move for Earps earlier in the window.
United will be keen to avoid a similar situation to last year, which saw star players Alessia Russo and Batlle leave on free transfers after lengthy contract negotiations with the club.
Sophie Baggaley is the only other goalkeeper in the United squad with WSL experience.
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