Man Utd news: Aurelien Tchouameni transfer path clear as rivals not pursuing £35m target

Man Utd news: Aurelien Tchouameni transfer path clear as rivals not pursuing £35m targetManchester United are likely to have money to spend on new recruits if they can confirm qualification for next season's Champions LeagueCommentsSportTom Victor Senior Sports Journalist04:30, 23 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesAurelien Tchouameni has been heavily linked with Manchester United(Image: Getty Images)A weekend victory at Chelsea has left Manchester United one step closer to Champions League qualification and big signings are set to follow if they can get the job done. One of the key areas is in central midfield, with Casemiro due to leave in the summer.‌Aurelien Tchouameni replaced Casemiro at Real Madrid in 2022, arriving just a few weeks before the Brazilian's Old Trafford transfer was confirmed. Now, reports indicate the French international could replace the Brazilian in England as he did in Spain.‌United's weekend victory, combined with Brighton's win over Chelsea, means the Red Devils can guarantee a top-five finish with just two wins from their final five games. The first two of those games are on home turf, with Brentford and Liverpool coming to Old Trafford.‌More certainty over summer transfer plans is likely to emerge once United know which - if any - European competition they will be involved in next season. That hasn't stopped speculation, though, and we have the latest headlines here.FOLLOW OUR MAN UTD FB PAGE! Latest United news and more on our dedicated Facebook pageREAD MORE: Luis Enrique gives Man Utd clear response over replacing Michael CarrickREAD MORE: Paul Pogba advises Kobbie Mainoo over leaving Man Utd - 'It's hard for me to say this'Tchouameni situation clearThe loss of Casemiro and Jadon Sancho should make it easier for United to cover Aurelien Tchouameni's wages if they can reach a transfer agreement with Real Madrid, according to BBC Sport. With two high earners making their way at the end of their contracts...