In the summer of 2022, Manchester United, Liverpool, and Real Madrid are reportedly interested in purchasing Leeds United midfielder Kalvin Phillips. The midfielder was linked with a move to Manchester United before to the January transfer window, but the Red Devils did not make any signings during that period.
Phillips, though, is expected to be the focus of a transfer fight between several prominent European teams, according to the Daily Mail. Aside from the aforementioned three, the Englishman is also being pursued by Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich. Phillips came up through the Leeds United youth system and is still with the club. In the 2020-21 season, he saw them promoted to the Premier League. He was instrumental in their ninth-place finish in their first season back in the Premier League.
Phillips has made 226 appearances for the club in all competitions, scoring 14 goals and assisting on 13 occasions.
Phillips, on the other hand, has had a difficult season due to injuries. In total, he has only made 15 appearances in all competitions and is expected to miss more games. The midfielder shot to prominence after his outstanding performance for England at the EURO 2020 tournament. He was the driving force behind the country's midfield, which helped them reach the finals before losing to Italy in a penalty shootout.
Why does Kalvin Phillips matter to Liverpool, Manchester United, and Real Madrid?
Manchester United's problems at the defensive midfield position have been well-documented in recent seasons. Scott McTominay and Fred's dual pivot hasn't worked out, and Nemanja Matic is nearing the end of his career.
Many people were astonished that they didn't sign any players in the January transfer window to address the problem. Manchester United's first objective in the summer transfer window will be to sign a defensive midfielder. Meanwhile, Real Madrid is said to be on the lookout for a capable successor for Casemiro. They've also been attributed to Aurlien Tchouameni of France. Real Madrid are looking for a replacement for their ageing trio of Luka Modric, Toni Kroos, and Casemiro. In midfield, Phillips may be the defensive focal point.
Liverpool is the most consistent of the three teams in the position. In central midfield, they have Jordan Henderson, Fabinho, and occasionally James Milner. Phillips, on the other hand, can be regarded an upgrade over Henderson and Milner, particularly in terms of age. Overall, it appears like the summer transfer market for the Leeds United midfielder will be fierce. Between Liverpool, Manchester United, and Real Madrid, it will be interesting to watch who triumphs.
blogpay
Total Comments: 0