Manchester Utd want Stuttgart starlet Chema Andres

Manchester United are reportedly monitoring Stuttgart’s defensive midfielder Chema Andres ahead of a potential summer move, according to TEAMtalk — and honestly, it’s easy to see why.

Who Is Chema Andres?

The 20-year-old Spanish midfielder came through Levante’s academy before Real Madrid snapped him up in 2018. After just three appearances for Los Blancos, he sought regular football elsewhere — and Stuttgart have reaped the rewards. In 29 appearances across all competitions this season, Chema has drawn remarkable comparisons to Rodri and Sergio Busquets, which tells you everything about his reading of the game.

His stats back it up too. Two goals, two assists, but more impressively — 99th percentile for interceptions, 23 interceptions, 22 tackles, and 58 ball recoveries. Elite defensive numbers for a player still only 20 years old.

The Race for His Signature

United aren’t alone in this pursuit. Arsenal, Manchester City and Newcastle are all circling, making this a fiercely competitive race. INEOS will need to move smartly.

The biggest complication? Real Madrid hold a £10m buy-back clause — a sword of Damocles hanging over any potential deal.

Why United Need Him

With Casemiro likely heading for the exit and Ugarte’s future uncertain, a midfield overhaul is inevitable. Chema fits the profile perfectly — disciplined, progressive, and still improving. United will likely need to exceed his £13m Transfermarkt valuation significantly, but the investment could be worth every penny.