Chelsea and Manchester United interested in Serie A goalkeeper

Manchester United are currently in the middle of the 2026 January transfer window, a time that could be crucial in deciding how the Red Devils are set up for the rest of the season.

United, who currently sit seventh in the league ahead of Saturday’s Manchester derby with Manchester City at Old Trafford, have been linked with names that could aid them.

One of these names is Elliot Anderson.

Anderson, who has made 21 appearances for Nottingham Forest this season, had been part of the six-man midfield shortlist put together last year.

However, with Manchester City now entering the frame and targeting the English international, a potential deal could become difficult.

Meanwhile, in defence, the Red Devils have not been linked with many names just yet.

Now, a new name has appeared with United and Chelsea interested in the services of AS Roma goalkeeper Mile Svilar, according to the Sun.

Furthermore, the outfit has revealed that Manchester United have looked towards the ‘keeper as a potential option but a move in January is unlikely considering the recent signing of Senne Lammens.

Svilar, who joined Roma in 2022, has made 20 appearances in Serie A this season, keeping nine clean sheets.

Furthermore, he has a save percentage of 83.8% in this spell and has prevented 7.14 goals, helping to guide Roma towards their current fifth place position.

Now, with these links emerging, fans may look towards interim manager Michael Carrick to see if he provides any updates on the possibility of this signing according either this month or in the summer.

Meanwhile, supporters may also turn to the United team to see how the signing of Mile Svilar could benefit the squad, both in the short-term and long-term.

But, with Chelsea challenging, a potential deal could be viewed as difficult.