Manchester United are ‘very keen’ to sign Bayern Munich star Aleksandar Pavlovic in the January transfer window, according to reports.
It’s no secret that United are keen to recruit a new midfielder and it’s ‘absolutely true’ that Pavlovic is currently on the Red Devils’ radar.
That’s according to German outlet BILD, who claim that United have already approached Pavlovic’s representatives about a potential move.
While other outlets claim Juventus and Paris-Saint Germain are in the race for Pavlovic, BILD report ‘there’s not much movement’ from those clubs.
It’s thought the only side United are currently facing competition from is Manchester City – who are also significantly interested in signing Pavlovic.
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Transfermarkt value Pavlovic at €55m (£48m) – but Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich may decide to put a higher price tag on the 21-year-old.
Pavlovic came through Bayern Munich’s academy and the defensive midfielder has played a total of 63 games for the club to date.
He has five caps for the Germany international team, making his debut for his country last year.
Bayern Munich are under no pressure to sell Pavlovic, with the player under contract until the summer of 2029.
‘[He is a] very talented young player,’ Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany said about Pavlovic last year.
‘He plays with a lot of maturity. Hopefully he becomes a top midfielder – not only in Germany – but also in the world.’
Pavlovic is known for his excellent passing ability as well as his composure, ball control and defensive awareness.
His vision is also a key strength, with Pavlovic able to move the ball quickly and spot players in forward positions.
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane is a huge fan of Pavlovic, heaping praise on his teammate last year.
‘He’s been great so far,’ Kane said. ‘The more he plays, the more experienced he becomes. He’s getting better and better.’
Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann, meanwhile, has described Pavlovic as a ‘great talent’ and Thomas Tuchel also praised the player when he was managing Bayern Munich before he took the England job.
Pavlovic helped Bayern clinch the Bundesliga title last term as well as the 2025 Franz Beckenbauer Supercup.
In September 2024, Pavlovic landed the Bundesliga Goal of the Month award.