Former Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood has been attracting interest from across Europe and his potential transfer could boost the Reds’ summer plans
Atletico Madrid are reportedly interested in a move for former Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood. The Reds sold Greenwood to French Ligue 1 side Marseille in the summer of 2024.
United secured a sell-on clause, which entitles them to a major portion of any future transfer fee which Marseille may receive from a sale. While initial reports varied, the clause is widely understood to be between 40 and 50 per cent – providing United with a financial boost for their next transfer if he moves.
And French publication L’Equipe claim that Atletico head coach Diego Simeone has requested his signing. It is said the Argentine seeks to reinforce the attacking positions following the departures of Antoine Griezmann, Nico Gonzalez, and the likely exit of Julian Alvarez.
Turkish side Fenerbahce and Italian Serie A teams Juventus and Roma are also reportedly interested in Greenwood.
Italian publication Tuttosport claim that Marseille have slapped a £42million valuation on the player – a fee Juve may find difficult to meet through a straight cash deal. However, it is said that the excellent relationship between the two clubs could lead to a creative solution involving player swaps.
It is claimed that Jonathan David or Edon Zhegrova could be included in negotiations to lower the overall fee. However, such a scenario would see United receive less money from a potential sale.
Greenwood has scored 48 goals in 81 appearances for Marseille. The forward’s impressive form has previously seen former Marseille boss Roberto De Zerbi back him to win the Ballon d’Or.
He said: “I see him every day, he has huge potential. I don’t see any other players in Europe at the same level.
“He has the potential to win the Ballon d’Or. It will be up to him to decide whether he wants to do everything he can to fight for it or not.
“At the level of the qualities that nature has given him, that his parents have given him, I think he is worthy of the Ballon d’Or.
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“I would like him to be more consistent. I know he needs to press with more intensity, he needs to manage the ball better when the team is in trouble, not lose the ball easily, but keep it to allow the team to move up because he has the ability to do it.”
Greenwood, who has one England cap, switched international allegiances to Jamaica last year.
In August 2025, he received his passport for the Caribbean nation, opening the door for him to represent his grandparents’ country.
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