Manchester United’s summer search for a new goalkeeper has hit a sudden wall.
For weeks, the club had been scanning options across Europe. One name stood out in Italy.
The scouting reports were clear. The player had delivered a strong season in Serie A.
He kept clean sheets, looked confident under pressure, and showed real promise.
In fact, his numbers caught the attention of more than just United.
Chelsea were interested too, though their focus soon shifted toward Mike Maignan.
Bayern Munich and Manchester City were keeping tabs.
Even Newcastle and AS Monaco made enquiries.
It looked like this was United’s chance. His current club had not yet agreed to his salary demands.
Talks were dragging on. At one point, there was hope that the door had opened.
The situation appeared ideal. The player was reportedly asking for around €3.5 million a year.
His club had offered much less and the negotiations had cooled. United were watching closely.
Transfer News Live had even reported that Old Trafford officials viewed him as a serious option. Everything seemed to align—until now.
According to Nicolo Schira, Mile Svilar is now on the verge of signing a contract extension with AS Roma.
The Serbian international is close to finalising a deal that will see him earn €3.5 million a year plus bonuses.
Despite offers from clubs in the Premier League, Serie A, and Bundesliga, the 25-year-old has chosen to stay in Rome.
It is a blow for United. Svilar had a standout campaign last season with 16 clean sheets and just 35 goals conceded in 38 matches.
His form made him a natural candidate to replace Andre Onana, whose inconsistencies remain a concern.
Now, with Svilar staying put, United may have to go back to the drawing board. The club’s goalkeeper hunt continues.
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