Manchester United and Man City are both reportedly keen on the same transfer target this summer
Eintracht Frankfurt’s Nathaniel Brown is refusing to be drawn into speculation surrounding his future at the Bundesliga club, despite reported interest from Arsenal, Manchester United and Manchester City this summer.
The German international was questioned about attention from Premier League sides, but remained tight-lipped about what lies ahead.
Speaking to SportsBild about whether he was aware of the transfer rumours, Brown said: “Yes, you do pick up on things like that, but it doesn’t influence me.
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“I’m concentrating on the goals that are within my control. Nothing else interests me right now.”
All three Premier League sides have been linked with a potential move for Brown, with reports connecting the Gunners and title rivals Man City dating back to November 2025.
Various transfer figures have been suggested, though the latest quoted fee of €65million (£56.5m) would see him become the joint-most expensive left-back of all time.
Chelsea’s Marc Cucurella currently holds that record, and the 22-year-old Frankfurt defender was asked about the potential price tag.
He said: “It’s a truly staggering sum. But frankly speaking, I’m not giving numbers like that, or the possibility of a transfer this summer, a second thought.
“My focus is entirely on Eintracht and our goal of qualifying for Europe. And after that, I would really love to be part of the World Cup squad.
“Then, I’ll see what happens in the summer. It’s hard to make plans in football, which is why I don’t dwell on it.”
It is a valuation that Frankfurt’s sporting director Markus Krosche believes is fully justified. Speaking earlier this year about Brown and Can Uzun, he said: “Yes! Because he has three exceptional abilities that you can’t learn.
“He’s smart and tactically astute, has fantastic technique, and is very fast. And all of that is necessary to have a great career ahead of him.
“Now is the wrong time to think about who might leave us and when,” he continued. “They’re both young and should stay with us a while longer. Can has developed tremendously compared to last year. It’s a shame he’s injured now.
“And Nene [Brown] is simply exceptional. He’s made outstanding progress, especially when it comes to defending at a high level. Just look at how he plays against top opponents in the Champions League.”
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