Christos Mouzakitis: Olympiakos starlet is part of Man United’s summer plan

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Christos Mouzakitis: Olympiakos starlet is part of Man United’s summer plan

Christos Mouzakitis: Olympiakos starlet is part of Man United’s summer plan

Manchester United are interested in signing Olympiacos starlet Christos Mouzakitis as an inside source reveals their plan for Carlos Baleba this summer, according to a new report.Greek GemMouzakitis i...

Christos Mouzakitis: Olympiakos starlet is part of Man United’s summer plan

Manchester United are interested in signing Olympiacos starlet Christos Mouzakitis as an inside source reveals their plan for Carlos Baleba this summer, according to a new report.Greek GemMouzakitis i...

Manchester United are gearing up for a busy summer transfer window, and at the heart of their plans lies a promising young talent from Greece. The Red Devils have set their sights on Olympiacos starlet Christos Mouzakitis, a 19-year-old midfielder who is quietly making waves across Europe.

While the Greek Super League might not always grab the headlines, Mouzakitis is rapidly emerging as one of the continent's most exciting midfield prospects. A true all-rounder, he can drop deep to orchestrate play from the back or push forward as a dynamic No. 8 to join the attack. His blend of work rate and decision-making has drawn comparisons to legendary playmakers like Marco Verratti and Luka Modric, with one academy expert noting his "high-volume tackling" and "impressive stamina to cover ground throughout 90 minutes."

Mouzakitis excels in transitional phases, using his vision and incisive passing to turn defense into attack in an instant. He made his senior debut for Greece at just 17, becoming one of the nation's youngest-ever players, and has been with Olympiacos since the age of seven. The Athens native is now valued at around £26 million by his boyhood club.

According to Sky Sports, United have identified Mouzakitis as a key target to revamp their midfield, alongside French wonderkid Ayyoub Bouaddi. The 18-year-old Lille star has already impressed in Ligue 1 but could cost up to £50 million. The Red Devils are expected to sign two new midfielders this summer, with a third—likely one of these younger prospects—arriving if they can find a buyer for Manuel Ugarte.

Meanwhile, Brighton's Carlos Baleba remains a "top target" to bring dynamism and physicality to the engine room. The 22-year-old Cameroon international agreed personal terms with United last summer, but the Seagulls refused to negotiate. This time around, the club is planning a more aggressive approach to secure his signature.

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