Manchester United continue to be linked with a move for the Sporting CP defender Maxi Araujo. According to reports via SportWitness, Manchester United have already made enquiries about Maximiliano Araujo. He has a £70 million release clause in his contract and Manchester United will look to sign him for a more reasonable fee.

According to sources close to the agents industry, both Manchester United and Chelsea are showing interest in signing Maximiliano Araújo this summer. Manchester United have tracked Araújo for several months and view him as a potential solution to recurring issues at left-back. Sporting have indicated that they would prefer to keep Araújo for at least another season. His contract runs until 2029 and includes an €80 million release clause. According to reports from Portuguese media, offers in the region of €40–50 million could persuade the club to enter into serious discussions, particularly if multiple clubs enter the bidding process.

Manchester United are interested in signing Sporting CP's left-back, Maximiliano Araujo, at the end of the season. While the player's release clause is €80 million, it is thought that his Portuguese club is willing to approve his departure for approximately €50 million. Manchester City is also monitoring his situation, and it is not yet clear if an official offer will be made by Manchester United.