Exclusive: What's happening with Arsenal & Manchester United interest in South American

Arsenal and Manchester United are not planning immediate moves for Sporting's Maxi Araújo despite earlier interest; the Uruguay winger renewed his contract until 2030 in August.

Arsenal and Manchester United have shown interest in Sporting CP's Maxi Araújo, a Uruguay international who joined from Toluca in 2024, but sources confirm neither club is planning imminent advances. Sporting had set a €45–50m asking price with an €80m release clause, and multiple Premier League sides pursued him over the summer. Araújo ended speculation by signing an improved contract extension through 2030 in early August. Recent rumours of €65m bids from both clubs represent no new developments since their initial interest six months ago.