Manchester United manager Michael Carrick is focused on getting his team back to winning ways against Aston Villa this Sunday.
Man United Target Robinson in £25m Deal as Villa Also Circle
However, off the pitch, the two clubs are preparing to go head-to-head in the race to sign one of the Premier League’s most consistent defenders.
According to Sports Boom, both United and Villa are keen on securing a deal for Fulham left-back Antonee Robinson this summer.
The 28-year-old American has established himself as one of the top full-backs in the English top flight since joining the Cottagers from Wigan Athletic in 2020.
He has now made over 200 appearances for the west London club, impressing with his pace, stamina, and defensive reliability.
Robinson’s consistent performances have not gone unnoticed. The report claims that both Carrick’s side and Unai Emery’s Villa have been monitoring the US international closely.
With both teams fighting for Champions League qualification this season, they see Robinson as a key piece to strengthen their defensive options for a potential campaign in Europe’s elite competition.
A move for the defender is expected to cost in the region of £25 million. While Robinson remains under contract at Craven Cottage until the summer of 2028, Fulham may face a battle to keep him.
Sources suggest the player is eager to test himself at the highest level and harbors a strong desire to compete in the Champions League.
That ambition plays directly into the hands of United and Villa. If either club secures a top-four finish this term, they can offer Robinson the platform he craves.
For now, Carrick’s focus remains on Sunday’s clash at Old Trafford. The Red Devils suffered a rare defeat against Newcastle in their last outing, and they will be eager to close the gap on Villa, who are direct rivals in the standings.
But as the summer window approaches, the battle between these two historic clubs looks set to shift from the pitch to the negotiating table, with Robinson emerging as a top target for both.
