According to reports in Spain, United are among the clubs assessing the 23-year-old, who has established himself as an important member of Diego Simeone’s squad. Tottenham and Manchester City have also been linked with the forward, with informal enquiries reportedly made about the conditions of a possible deal.
Giuliano is expected to be under observation during Atletico’s Champions League meeting with United on Tuesday, although there is no indication that the English club are close to making a formal offer.
The forward’s profile has grown through his energy, pressing and versatility across the attacking line. He can operate in different forward positions and is known for his willingness to work without the ball, qualities that could appeal to Premier League sides looking for players capable of contributing to an aggressive pressing game.
Atletico Madrid have little immediate incentive to sell. Giuliano signed a contract extension in January 2026 that ties him to the Spanish club until June 2030, strengthening their position in any potential negotiations.
Reports have placed his release clause at €500 million, a figure that would make a straightforward transfer extremely unlikely. Any realistic deal would depend on Atletico’s willingness to negotiate and the player’s own intentions.
Giuliano’s connection to Atletico also makes a departure less straightforward. He joined the club’s academy in 2019 before progressing through the youth teams and spending loan spells at Real Zaragoza and Alavés. He returned to become a first-team regular, earning a reputation among supporters for his work rate and commitment.
The forward’s development has been gradual rather than built around headline-grabbing transfer moves. His ability to contribute to the team’s pressing structure and make repeated runs has helped him become a useful option for his father, Diego, who remains in charge of Atletico.
Manchester United’s reported interest therefore appears to be part of a wider assessment of attacking targets rather than evidence of an imminent transfer. With Giuliano tied to Atletico for several more years, the Spanish club remain in a strong negotiating position.
For now, the Champions League meeting provides an opportunity for United to watch the forward in action. Whether that interest develops into a concrete approach remains uncertain, particularly given Atletico’s contractual protection and the player’s established role in Madrid.