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Manchester United and Chelsea are reportedly in serious competition to land Brentford’s rising midfield star Yehor Yarmolyuk, after earlier links with Leeds United during the summer. The 21-year-old Ukrainian has impressed with his defensive work rate, ability to press, and versatility in midfield — capable of slotting in as a number 6, 8 or even helping higher up. Brentford are said to value him around £30 million, and while they’re keen to keep him, they may be open to offers next summer.

United view Yarmolyuk as a potential fix for their midfield issues, and Chelsea are thought to be weighing up a bid. With both clubs eyeing reinforcements, Yarmolyuk could be one of the most talked-about names in the transfer market going into the next window.