Real Madrid had been sniffing around the 22-year-old, while it seems United were keen on him too. Hernandez is now earning £7.7m (€8.5m) a season at Atletico, with his release clause increased from £49.5m (€55m) to £72m (€80m). Man Utd news: United and Real Madrid not put off by Lucas Hernandez release clauseReal Madrid missed out on a deal at the time but could return for Hernandez with Marcelo entering the final years of his career. Man Utd news: United and Real Madrid not put off by Lucas Hernandez release clauseAtletico, meanwhile, would protect their asset by including a mega £135m (€150m) release clause in the terms of his contract. Man Utd news: United and Real Madrid not put off by Lucas Hernandez release clauseMan Utd news: United and Real Madrid not put off by Lucas Hernandez release clause

Source: Express September 06, 2018 09:22 UTC