Manchester United have turned down a significant offer from Paris Saint-Germain for Adnan Januzaj in the current transfer window.
The French champions have refused to drop their interest in the 18-year‑old despite him signing his first major contract at Old Trafford in October.
United rejected the offer and have made it clear they do not want to negotiate about a player David Moyes has said is talented enough tobecome one of the great modern-day players.
PSG, who have also had a £14m bid for Newcastle United’s Yohan Cabaye rejected, were at the head of an extensive list of major European clubs trying to lure Januzaj away from Old Trafford earlier in the season and had been hoping to capitalise on United’s difficult first season under Moyes. They are seventh in the Premier League and out of the FA Cup and Capital One Cup.
United subsequently tied down Januzaj to a contract that recognises the extraordinary potential he has shown in his breakthrough season. The teenager could have earned more at PSG but opted to stay in Manchester, as well as turning down offers from Spain and Italy.
However, PSG have retained their interest at a time when United are not guaranteed the top-four finish that would ensure qualification for next season’s Champions League.
Written by Steve Milne
