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Manchester United and Manchester City have emerged as contenders to land Chelsea full-back Malo Gusto when the transfer window reopens at the turn of the year.
The Frenchman has been a fringe player for the Blues this campaign and has seen the likes of Josh Acheampong and Marco Palestra preferred over him at right-back when Reece James has been injured.
Earlier in the campaign, Blues boss Xabi Alonso went with a wing-back formation, but Gusto still struggled for minutes as Pedro Neto was preferred on the right flank due to his better attacking traits.
Hence, Gusto is keen on pursuing a new challenge away from the Blues in January and BBC Sport claim that he has already communicated his desire to the hierarchy at the west London giants.
TalkSPORT now claim that United have joined Manchester City in the player's pursuit, though the latter may not make a move, considering they are under investigation for breaching Premier League rules.
Man City could yet receive a massive points deduction and don't plan any signings until the verdict comes out. In the meantime, it is left to be seen whether Red Devils make an approach for Gusto.
Gusto, who can also play at left-back and in central midfield, may not be permitted to leave the Blues for less than £75m. The price could be less if he hands in a transfer request which he hasn't formally.
Written by Sri Aswin
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