Manchester United Transfer News: Red Devils Reportedly Probing Lionel Messi Move

Manchester United have reportedly made two separate inquiries into Barcelona forward Lionel Messi, who is said to be unsure about his future at the club.

The suggestions come from Adam Crafton of the Daily Mail, who reported Friday the Red Devils have made “two approaches in the last three weeks” for the Argentina captain.

Crafton noted “any move is more likely to be with a view to United returning to the Champions League under Jose Mourinho in 2017-18.”

Messi is reportedly seeking assurances over his long-term future at Barcelona, with Crafton adding that the player is “frustrated and hurt” about the immersive media coverage of his ongoing legal case regarding his tax activities.

“On Friday, sources close to Messi refused to rule out of the possibility of a move,” Crafton added.

It’d be a coup for the Red Devils, as Messi is the finest player to lace up a pair of football boots in the eyes of many. Once again, he enjoyed another trophy-laden term with the Blaugrana, helping the team to a La Liga and Copa del Rey double.

As Bleacher Report UK noted, he’s formed an outstanding attacking setup with Luis Suarez and Neymar:

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