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Former star urges Man United to beat Liverpool to the signing of this 29-year-old Spanish star

Thiago Alcantara could be on his way out of Bayern Munich
Thiago Alcantara could be on his way out of Bayern Munich

Owen Hargreaves urges United to sign Thiago Alcantara

Speaking on BT Sport, as reported by the MEN, former Manchester United star Owen Hargreaves has implored the club to beat arch-rivals Liverpool to the signing of Bayern Munich star Thiago Alcantara.

The 29-year-old Spanish international is in the final year of his contract with the German champions. He has refused to sign a new deal with the Bavarians and has his heart set on a transfer away, with Liverpool interested. (h/t Evening Standard)

Thiago Alcantara would be a smart signing for Manchester United (Getty Images)
Thiago Alcantara could be on his way out of Bayern Munich

However, Hargreaves has urged United to swoop in before the Merseysiders and snap up the signing of the former Barcelona midfield star. (h/t MEN)

“They (Liverpool) don’t have him (a player like him). On his day, he’s one of the top five midfielders in the world. I think everybody needs him. Man United, Arsenal, anybody would take him.”

Thiago has been linked with a switch to Manchester United before. Prior to joining Bayern Munich from Barcelona in 2013, we did make an attempt to land the Spaniard. (h/t MEN)

During his time in Germany, the 29-year-old has grown into one of the best central midfielders in the game.

While we have a solid midfield contingent, when someone as world-class as Thiago is available, the club should look to sign him, more so considering the fact that he could be available for as little as £30m owing to his contractual situation.

Thiago would be a smart signing for Manchester United
Thiago would be a smart signing for Manchester United

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Thiago, during his time in Germany, has won seven Bundesliga titles along with a number of other trophies. His winning mentality and experience would certainly be a huge boost to our squad.

His presence would also do a world of good for youngsters such as Scott McTominay and James Garner, helping them take their game to the next level.

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