But the Italian agent has angrily dismissed suggestions the Armenian is merely a makeweight in the deal taking Alexis Sanchez to Old Trafford, declaring: “Sanchez is part of the Mkhi deal, not the other way around”.
United have reportedly made a big offer to Arsenal for Sanchez, who is set to leave club this transfer window.
Good news for United is that Manchester City have reportedly pulled out from the race due to the cost of the transfer.
And Chelsea have also been linked with a late move – Antonio Conte is a long-time fan of the 29-year-old – it is United who are in pole position.
Arsenal wanted Anthony Martial as part of the exchange, but United have made it clear they have no desire to part ways with the French forward.
As such, the Gunners’ new head of recruitment, Sven Mislintat, has pointed Wenger in the direction of out-of-favour Mkhitaryan – and according to Raiola, the Armenian holds the key to the potential double transfer between Premier League rivals.
“Manchester United is not going to sign Sánchez unless Mkhi agrees to join Arsenal,” announced Raiola, speaking to The Times.
Mirror report that the Armenia international is open to the idea of him moving to the Emirates as he would like to live in London.
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