Mason Greenwood Could Provide Manchester United with a Significant Financial Boost if He Completes £27m Marseille Transfer

Manchester United's Financial Concerns Eased by Greenwood's Potential Move

Mason Greenwood is on the verge of a permanent transfer away from Manchester United, with Marseille reportedly agreeing to a £27 million deal. However, the move is facing hurdles as Marseille’s mayor has condemned the deal, and fans have launched protests, meaning the Ligue 1 club still needs to convince Greenwood.

Financial Relief Amidst Transfer Activity

For Manchester United, Greenwood’s transfer fee represents a welcome financial relief in a summer marked by intensifying financial concerns. United's summer budget has been under scrutiny, especially with the club facing potential breaches of the Premier League's Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) after posting a £71.4 million loss in the latest quarterly accounts.

Busy Transfer Window Under New Stewardship

Under the new stewardship of Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS, United have been active in the transfer market. The club is pursuing multiple deals, including a rejected £50 million bid for Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite and an accepted offer in the same region for Lille's Leny Yoro. Negotiations are also advancing for a £42 million deal for Bayern Munich's Matthijs de Ligt and a potential move for PSG midfielder Manuel Ugarte. Additionally, Joshua Zirkzee has reportedly agreed to personal terms ahead of a possible £34 million switch to United after Euro 2024.

Financial Strategy and Player Sales

With the transfer window in full swing, United's net spend was previously limited to around £50 million before player sales this summer. To stay in line with PSR, the club is looking to offload players such as Harry Maguire, Victor Lindelof, Casemiro, Hannibal Mejbri, Christian Eriksen, and Jadon Sancho. Donny van de Beek has already confirmed his exit ahead of a permanent transfer to Girona, ending his challenging tenure at Old Trafford.

Greenwood’s Unique Contribution

Greenwood's case stands out because, as an academy graduate, the transfer fee from his sale will be recorded as pure profit. This will significantly help United remain compliant with financial regulations while boosting their summer transfer budget. The Athletic reports that Greenwood’s transfer to Marseille would involve a £26.7 million fee, comprising a £23.3 million fixed total and £3.4 million in add-ons. United is also expected to secure a substantial share of any future sale of Greenwood, who joined the club at the age of six.

Greenwood's Career Path and Future Prospects

Greenwood, who returned to Carrington for pre-season, has reportedly had positive discussions with club chiefs regarding his exit. After revitalizing his career on loan at Getafe last season, he is set to leave Old Trafford on a permanent basis. Despite interest from Lazio, Marseille has emerged as the frontrunner for Greenwood's signature.