Man City offered Man United wonder kid target deal worth up to €13m but Italian giants make rival bid
Basaksehir rising star Cengiz Under continues to attract interest from across Europe after an impressive breakthrough season.
Turkish-Football initially reported Manchester United keeping tabs on Under back in May.
Untied rivals Manchester City ended up making the first official bid for Under last Thursday.
A source close to the player revealed that City’s bid was actually higher than initially reported.
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The first bid made was €8 million but after four-hours or talks City increased their fee to €9 million including a further €4 million of potential bonuses.
The final offer was worth up to €13 million but a deal was not struck.
Basaksehir want the fee up front as 30 percent of any deal will go back to Altinordu.
The Istanbul minnows signed Under on a €700,000 move from Altinordu last season.
Under went onto score nine goals, provide seven assists and play a key role in his side finishing the season as runners-up as well as reaching the Turkish Cup final.
City are still in talks with Under but are facing pressure from Roma.
The Italian giants made a €12 million offer upfront which could increase with bonuses.
Basaksehir have yet to make a final decision and while no offer has been confirmed the Roma offer currently looks more attractive.
City are expected to hold a second round of negotiations over the next few days.
Basaksehir are under no pressure to sell as Under has another four-years left on his contract.
The club are also keen on loaning Under back for another season if he does end up being sold.
