The Red Devils are having a hellish start to the season. It is not necessarily linked to the results. Despite a defeat against Tottenham, Manchester United already have two victories on the clock (against Wolverhampton and Nottingham Forest). But what is bothering the English club at the moment are the injured players. Indeed, the Mancunian infirmary continues to fill up day after day. Mason Mount, Luke Shaw, Tyrell Malacia & co were joined by Raphaël Varane. The Frenchman could be out for 6 weeks.
Two defensive reinforcements expected
Very bad news for Erik ten Hag. The Dutchman can count on Lisandro Martinez and Victor Lindelöf in his absence. Harry Maguire too. But the Englishman no longer enters into his plans. As mentioned on our site, Jean-Clair Todibo is followed by residents of Old Trafford. The Sun confirms this Thursday that MU are still thinking of him. Even more so after Varane’s injury. The Mancunians also intend to recruit an additional side on the left.
The Athletic mentioned the name of Nicolas Tagliafico. The Argentinian is not against leaving OL and reuniting with his former coach in Manchester. MU were considering a loan but Lyon expect at least 10 million euros for their player. Something to cool the British team, which therefore has other names in mind in addition to its own, such as that of Marc Cucurella (Chelsea). A loan from the player who arrived a year ago at Chelsea is also in the pipeline. But nothing is done yet. Asked about him, Mauricio Pochettino kicked into touch.
ETH wants a middle
“I know nothing. Maybe you know that better than me. All the players who train daily on the pitch and who train with us are in our plans. And then, as you know, things happen because it’s the decision of both parties, the player and the club, if something happens in the next few days we will let you know. Everything is therefore possible by tomorrow evening. Same thing for a reinforcement in the midfield.
ETH wants an additional player. Especially since MU wants to get rid of Donny van de Beek, who is in the sights of Lorient in particular. And according to the Manchester Evening News, it is Sofyan Amrabat who is the priority of the Dutch technician. The Red Devils are working on his arrival and have serious discussions with Fiorentina. The idea of the English is to obtain a loan according to the MEN. Three reinforcements are therefore expected in Manchester by the close of the market.
