“Here we go”: United left empty-handed in chase for lightning quick winger set to join rival club – Fabrizio Romano

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has delivered a big update on Hoffenheim winger Bazoumana Toure, which will come as very frustrating news to Manchester United. United interest While the priority for United this summer is bolstering the midfield department, other positions could also come into play, including the attack. In particular, United are eyeing a winger. Jadon Sancho’s United contract officially expired in June. Then there is the small matter of Marcus Rashford’s future. Barcelona opted against keeping him permanently despite the Carrington academy graduate impressing on loan during the 2025/26 season. There have been suggestions that United and Rashford are open to a reunion, but the preference for both parties would be a permanent parting of ways. Toure, who emerged as one of the Bundesliga’s breakout stars in the season, was mentioned to be a primary target for the club. He scored five goals and laid on a further nine assists in 29 starts for Hoffenheim. Toure also starred for Ivory Coast at the 2026 World Cup before their heartbreaking elimination at the hands of Norway in the Round of 32. A report covered by The Peoples Person relayed that United were considering usurping Newcastle to the signing of the lightning quick 20-year-old. However, it has now emerged that the Magpies, having lost Anthony Gordon to Newcastle last month, have won the race for Toure. Toure blow Romano wrote on X, “Newcastle agree €50m package deal to sign Ivorian winger Bazoumana Touré, here we go!” “Agreement sealed with player’s agents and Hoffenheim after official bid submitted today, as @TeleFootball reports.” “Touré will sign a long term deal at Newcastle this week.” 🚨⚪️⚫️ Newcastle agree €50m package deal to sign Ivorian winger Bazoumana Touré, here we go! Agreement sealed with player’s agents and Hoffenheim after official bid submitted today, as @TeleFootball reports. Touré will sign a long term deal at #NUFC this week. pic.twitter.com/3TSV6PMa5n — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 1, 2026 The Italian journalist added in a subsequent post, “Bazoumana Touré will sign a long term deal at Newcastle this week as permission to travel confirmed, medical booked.” “Touré preferred #NUFC project over two more clubs keen, one in Germany and one in England.” ⚪️⚫️🇨🇮 Bazoumana Touré will sign a long term deal at Newcastle this week as permission to travel confirmed, medical booked. Touré preferred #NUFC project over two more clubs keen, one in Germany and one in England. pic.twitter.com/FOy4cIhLdr — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 2, 2026 While no official confirmation points to United, the speculation suggests they could be the English club in question. Adding further intrigue, arch-rivals Liverpool are also understood to have registered interest. Featured image by Alex Grimm 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 Derick Kinoti Derick Kinoti is a football writer at The Peoples Person who has covered Manchester United and the Premier League extensively for years. His work blends sharp analysis, tactical insight, and engaging storytelling that resonates with fans around the world. Derick has gained valuable experience in football journalism, developing strong expertise in SEO writing, digital content creation, and social media engagement. A tech enthusiast with a Computer Science degree from the University of Nairobi, he ultimately swapped code for football commentary, bringing an analytical, detail-oriented approach to his writing. Derick is convinced Wayne Rooney is the true GOAT and won’t hear otherwise!