Manchester United handed blow as Serie A giants reach agreement to sign transfer target: Reports

In a blow for Manchester United, Serie A giants Inter Milan have reportedly struck a deal to sign Bayern Munich defender Benjamin Pavard.

Pavard, 27, has been a regular feature at the Allianz Arena since his arrival from VfB Stuttgart in the summer of 2019. The 2018 FIFA World Cup winner has made 163 appearances across competitions, bagging 12 goals and as many assists.

With his contract expiring in 2024, the Frenchman has been reported to be seeking a challenge elsewhere. As per Sport Bild, Pavard's entourage informed Bayern of the player's decision not to sign an extension.

While Thomas Tuchel is reluctant to lose a key player like Benjamin Pavard, the club have no intention of losing him for free next year. Manchester United and Inter Milan have been in the fray for the player's services.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano recently reported that Inter have stolen a march on United in the race for Pavard. They have a deal in place for €30 million with Bayern, who will sanction the deal only if they find a replacement.

With less than two weeks left before the summer transfer window closes, Pavard's likely destination appears to be the San Siro. That won't amuse United boss Erik ten Hag, who is working to bolster his defence.

Amidst their unconvincing start to the new Premier League season - one win and a loss in two games - Manchester United have made a decision on their controversial attacker Mason Greenwood.

The 21-year-old hasn't played for the club since January 2022 since being arrested by the police on charges of rape and coercive behaviour. A year later, the Crown Prosecution Service lifted all the charges due to insufficient evidence. Meanwhile, the club launched their own internal investigation.

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