Manchester United are monitoring Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr as manager Michael Carrick continues reshaping his squad in the final days of the summer window.
The 28-year-old Senegalese international has attracted serious attention from multiple clubs, with Turkish Super Lig champions Galatasaray also firmly in the race to sign him.
According to TEAMtalk, Galatasaray have already offered Sarr a contract, with his representatives having agreed to the terms presented by the Istanbul club.
However, the harder part of any deal remains securing Crystal Palace’s agreement, with the south London club holding out for a fee of £50 million and insisting they do not want to sell during this window.
Manchester United have not yet submitted a formal bid for the winger, though they have retained an interest in Sarr since TEAMtalk first reported their admiration earlier this summer.
Sarr enjoyed a remarkable 2025/26 season, scoring 21 goals and providing two assists across 45 appearances in all competitions for Crystal Palace.
He played a central role in Palace’s historic UEFA Conference League triumph, finishing the competition with nine goals and being voted the tournament’s Player of the Season.
Sarr also impressed on the international stage, scoring four goals and registering two assists in four appearances as Senegal reached the round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup.
The winger has missed Palace’s opening Premier League fixture, a 2-0 defeat at Everton, due to injury, though Palace sources insist his absence is genuine and unconnected to the transfer speculation.
A £50 million fee would make Sarr the second-most expensive player in Turkish football history, behind only Victor Osimhen, a figure TEAMtalk understands Galatasaray would be highly unlikely to reach.
Manchester United’s need for wide attacking reinforcement has become more pressing following a sub-par showing against Hull City, with the flanks identified as an area requiring added quality.
While Galatasaray have made early progress on the personal terms side of the deal, Crystal Palace’s firm valuation means any late agreement would represent a significant financial commitment for either suitor.