Man Utd transfer blow as ‘Real Madrid enter Fabian Ruiz race with Carlo Ancelotti keen on reunion with Napoli star’
MANCHESTER UNITED have been handed a transfer blow as Real Madrid are eyeing Napoli ace Fabian Ruiz, reports suggest. United have reportedly approached Ruiz's representatives as they are attempting to complete a cut-price deal this summer. 2 Manchester United have been dealt a transfer blow amid Fabian Ruiz raceCredit: EPA 2 Real Madrid want to sign Manchester United target and Napoli star Fabian RuizCredit: Alamy According to Fabrizio Romano, however, Real have joined the bidding war as manager Carlo Ancelotti is keen on a reunion with the midfielder. Los Blancos, though, are looking for a deal ahead of next summer when the Spain international becomes a free agent. Romano tweeted: "Real Madrid are interested in signing Fabian Ruiz as free agent in summer 2023. "Of course, deal depends on what happens with Napoli in August. "Ancelotti remains big fan of Fabian as he signed him at Napoli. Spanish, talented - Real will be exploring this idea." United are desperate for reinforcement in midfield after losing Paul Pogba and Nemanja Matic. The Red Devils made Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong a priority but a potential deal hit a snag due to money owed to the Netherlands international, who also doesn't appear keen to move to Old Trafford. Arsenal and Newcastle have also expressed interest in Ruiz during the summer transfer window. PLAY DREAM TEAM NOW FOR FREE WITH £100k IN PRIZE MONEY The 26-year-old joined Napoli from Real Betis in 2018 following a request by then manager Ancelotti. The Spaniard has since amassed a total of 22 goals and 15 assists in 166 appearances across all competitions.
Real Madrid waiting to snap up Napoli’s Fabian Ruiz
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