Daniel Munoz has ‘opened door to leaving Crystal Palace’ after Man United news
Man United could explore a deal to sign Crystal Palace star Daniel Munoz after he named them among his dream moves ahead of the January transfer window.
That is according to former Man United chief scout Mick Brown, who worked at Old Trafford for over a decade during their most successful period, as he exclusively told Football Insider that the 29-year-old had not previously been in United’s plans.
However, Munoz has opened the door to joining Man United after admitting it would be a “dream” to play for the likes of United, Barcelona, PSG or Real Madrid.
The Crystal Palace wing-back has been a star name under Oliver Glasner and played a vital role in the Eagles lifting the FA Cup against Man City last season.
As a result, they are understood to be reluctant to lose their star man who also admitted he is happy at Selhurst Park, but could be put under pressure to sell.
Man United plan to explore Daniel Munoz deal
Brown told Football Insider on 14 November that Crystal Palace hope to keep Munoz beyond the January transfer window despite the growing interest.
The former scout, who has a wealth of experience in top-level player recruitment after over a decade at Man United during their most successful period, insisted that Man United are now set to explore the possibility of a move in January.
“Munoz has opened the door to a move away from Palace,” he told Football Insider.
“He’s got a very good reputation, he’s very highly rated for what he’s done with Palace because he’s been an important part of the success they’ve had recently.
“I’ve never heard his name mentioned in connection with Man United, but he’s now thrown that one out there, so people will take notice.
“He’s done a cracking job for Palace since he arrived there, but if he’s now looking to move on to one of these clubs he’s speaking about, it could put pressure on them.
“I don’t think Man United have been prioritising a move for a right-back, but things can change.
“Because he’s made this public declaration, I expect it’s something they will look into, to see what it might take to get him out of Palace.
“But before this, it’s not something I’ve heard mentioned and he’s not somebody they’ve been looking at.
“So watch this space with this one, because he’s thrown this out there and the club would be silly if they didn’t at least have a look into it.”
Crystal Palace’s stance on Munoz exit revealed
Football Insider revealed on 11 November that Crystal Palace are reluctant to lose Munoz and will demand well over the reported £25million asking price.
Barcelona and Chelsea are also believed to be interested in a January move for the right-wing-back as they aim to bolster their squads mid-season.
However, the Colombia international is under contract until 2028, having put pen to paper on a new deal earlier this year, and the Eagles are under no pressure to sell.
Despite his recent confession about his long-term future at Selhurst Park, there are currently no concerns about his attitude and commitment to Glasner’s plans.
Instead, Brown told Football Insider on 11 November that Crystal Palace are planning to back Glasner when the mid-season window opens to add depth to his squad.
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