Manchester United have set the wheels in motion for their move for Chelsea’s Juan Mata by making an official £35m bid for the Spanish midfielder according to the BBC.
The BBC’s Sports Editor David Bond reports:
“United deny making an official offer, but an initial bid has been tabled through intermediaries acting on behalf of the Premier League champions… The initial offer is likely to be rejected with Chelsea holding out for as much money as possible with more than a week to go until the transfer window closes.”
Mata hasn’t appeared for Mourinho’s side since News Year’s Day, subbed off as Chelsea beat Southampton 3-0, and it appears his situation isn’t likely to improve.
The Spaniard didn’t train with his Chelsea team mates today, further fueling claims that he may be on his way out of Stamford Bridge.
United’s pursuit of Mata has progressed rapidly. Initially linked with the 25 year old in the summer as part of a deal that would see Wayne Rooney head to Stamford Bridge, this week it has been revived going from a rumour to a confirmed bid.
Chelsea are said to be holding out for £40m for their two time player of the season, but an opening bid of £35m will set the club in good stead to secure his signature as the club is said to be looking at a figure closer to £37m.
moyes buy mata or if u don lik let us kno.
Too much for a guy with limited talent nd regularly on d bench
Why are u so daft heronsky… Someone won d best player in chelsea’s award 4 two good year… And u said he has limited talent… Dnt u have eyes or cnt u read… D above article comfirmed it and u are sayin shits here… Please let him sign someone 1st…