Manchester United plot €30m gamble for out-of-favour Netherlands star

Apr 21, 2026 - 23:00

Teun Koopmeiners has struggled for regular opportunities at Juventus, and he has been linked with a move away from the Italian club.

Manchester United are keeping tabs on his situation, and they are prepared to take a gamble on the Netherlands International. According to a report from Tuttosport, the player could cost around €30 million at the end of the season.

Koopmeiners was on the radar of English clubs before he joined Juventus.

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Teun Koopmeiners to Man United?

Koopmeiners can operate as both a central and a defensive midfielder. He could add defensive cover and control in the middle of the park for Manchester United. It remains to be seen whether he can rediscover his form and confidence with a move to the Premier League. The opportunity to play for Manchester United will certainly be exciting for him.

The report from the Italian publication claims that the player’s agent is currently in Turin to sort out his client’s future. It remains to be seen whether Manchester United follow up on their interest with an official offer to get the deal done. They have the resources to pay €30 million for the midfielder. The 28-year-old might be able to justify the investment if he adapts quickly to English football.

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Koopmeiners needs a fresh start

Sitting on the bench at the Italian club makes no sense for the Netherlands international, and he needs to sort out his future quickly. The move to the Premier League could be ideal for him at this stage of his career. He has the physicality and technical attributes for English football, and Manchester United could help him rediscover his form.

Liverpool were keen on Koopmeiners last year.

If he manages to hit the ground running in England, he could prove to be a bargain for Manchester United. Koopmeiners has started 16 league matches for the Italian club this season, and he has completed 90 minutes in just one of his last six appearances for club and country.

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