Manchester United have shifted their attention to Stuttgart midfielder Angelo Stiller after Brighton blocked any move for Carlos Baleba, www.naijnaira.com reports.
According to football journalist Ben Jacobs, United’s recruitment team has held internal talks about strengthening midfield options, with Stiller’s name emerging as one of the serious candidates.
The Bundesliga midfielder, who previously came through Bayern Munich’s academy, joined Stuttgart in 2023 and has developed into a central figure in their squad.
At 24, Stiller already carries international experience, having made his senior debut for Germany in 2024 and earning four caps since then.
Statman Dave described him as a “world-class distributor,” citing his impressive 9.49 progressive passes per 90 minutes in the Bundesliga last season.
That figure placed him in the top three percent of midfielders across Europe’s top five leagues, making him a standout option for ball progression.
His market value has soared over the last two years, climbing from just €5 million upon signing for Stuttgart to €45 million as estimated by Transfermarkt.
United’s original midfield target Baleba remains out of reach, with Brighton unwilling to accept any bid below £100 million for the 21-year-old Cameroonian.
Other names such as Morten Hjulmand and Lucien Agoume have also been linked, though talks have yet to progress beyond the early stages.
United’s summer has already seen sweeping changes in attack, with Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, and Benjamin Sesko all arriving to reshape the front line.
However, questions remain about midfield balance, as Casemiro and Manuel Ugarte have yet to fully convince under new manager Ruben Amorim.
Stiller’s style of play could provide the link United need, offering both defensive cover and precision distribution from deeper areas.
Despite the interest, there has been no formal approach to Stuttgart or to the player’s representatives as of now.
Recruitment chief Christopher Vivell has been instrumental in monitoring Bundesliga talent, which explains why Stiller fits United’s scouting profile.
The final stretch of the transfer window may determine if United pursue Stiller seriously or continue with their existing midfield setup.
With just days left before the deadline, the Red Devils’ midfield search could see swift movement depending on outgoing deals and financial flexibility.
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