104m World Cup superstar prefers to join United over Bayern, Ineos in close contact with his agents – report

Manchester United made Mateus Fernandes their priority target earlier this month after pulling out of the race for Elliot Anderson, who has now become the most expensive British player of all time. However, even Fernandes is proving to be too expensive for INEOS, who are unwilling to spend more than £80 million to sign a midfielder from a Championship side. In recent days, Felix Nmecha’s name has climbed up the club’s shortlist, with United’s director of recruitment, Christopher Vivell, reportedly in close contact with the player’s camp. Felix Nmecha wants to return to Manchester According to BILD, Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha has become one of the most sought-after players in Europe on the back of his excellent showings at the World Cup. He has a goal and an assist to his name in three group-stage matches. Manchester United, Manchester City, Newcastle United, Bayern Munich, and Real Madrid are all closely monitoring the Germany international.  Newcastle, in particular, view Nmecha as a potential replacement for Bruno Guimarães, who has attracted an offer from Arsenal. However, the German publication claims United and City are the most appealing options for the 25-year-old. Nmecha came through the youth ranks at City and made three senior appearances for the club before moving to Germany.  Thanks to his promising stints at VfL Wolfsburg and then Dortmund, the German midfielder has developed into one of the most well-rounded midfielders in the Bundesliga. Borussia Dortmund want a record-breaking fee The 6ft 3in midfielder is an exceptional athlete, who uses his imposing physique, technical ability and pace to progress the ball from one end to another.  Dortmund are well aware of the talent at their disposal and extended his contract until 2030 before the World Cup. Felix Nmecha Bundesliga stats: 2025/26 Season Appearances29 Minutes per game75 Touches49.2 Key passes0.7 Accurate passes32.3 Interceptions 0.9 Tackles 1.3 Goals and assists 5 Source: Sofascore As such, they are in a comfortable position. BILD suggests Dortmund do not want Nmecha suitors to even contact them if they are not willing to fork out as much as €120 million (£104m). Such a fee would make him United’s most expensive signing of all time. Furthermore, an €80m release clause will become active in 2027 before dropping to €70m in 2028. Featured image Alexander Hassenstein via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Vishal Singh Vishal has worked in the football media industry for over six years, planning, writing, and editing content for several major outlets, including North Star Network. Vishal has a bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Delhi University. Currently a writer at The Peoples Person, he covers Manchester United — a club he has been religiously following and supporting since 2012. Vishal also manages a leading MUFC fan page, The Red Devils, on Facebook with over a million likes. Big fan of ball-playing centre-backs and Harry Maguire’s knee-slide celebration!