Meslier in the footsteps of Barthez?

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By: Manu Tournoux

Meslier in the footsteps of Barthez?

Take André Onana out of a certain comfort zone. This is the wish of the leaders of Manchester United, report the British media. This weekend, The Sun cites a goalkeeper likely to match the desired profile to put a little pressure on the Cameroon international. This is Illan Meslier. The native of Lorient has been playing for four years at Leeds United (Championship) and was already in the sights of Man Utd two years ago.

This season, Illan Meslier has played 22 English D2 matches, including 12 without conceding a goal. He could become the first French goalkeeper to join Manchester United since Fabien Barthez, 1998 world champion, in 2000. Man Utd are also interested in John Victor, 28, the goalkeeper from Botafogo (Brazil) and recent winner of the Copa Libertadores.

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Manu Tournoux

Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, Manu's expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans. Feel free to follow Manu on Twitter and interact with him as he shares his expert opinions, insights, and love for French football.

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