Yahoo Sports Man Utd interested in signing £25m star for left wing-back role
Manchester United have identified Lecce defender Patrick Dorgu as an alternative to bolster the left wing-back position this winter.
The Red Devils have had an underwhelming Premier League campaign, and they have had concerns on both ends of the pitch.
The club have lacked the cutting edge in front of goal, and have netted only 23 times from 20 top-flight outings.
The left side of the defence has also been problematic for United with Diogo Dalot struggling to find consistency.
Dalot outclassed Trent Alexander-Arnold from the left wing-back role on Sunday, but manager Ruben Amorim may want competition for places.
Fabrizio Romano reports that United have added Dorgu to their shortlist of targets to reinforce the left wing-back department.
The Dane is on a three-man shortlist alongside Nuno Mendes and Milos Kerkez, who are considered expensive.
United could explore winter deal for Dorgu
The 20-year-old started his career as a left-back, but he has shown versatility this campaign.
He has made 50 percent of his appearances as a right winger. The youngster has also featured as a left-back, left wing-back and right-back for the Serie A outfit.
Despite the change of positions. Dorgu has fared well with 6.8 duels won per game. He has made 4.9 recoveries, 1.9 tackles and 1.7 clearances on average this term.
The Denmark international has also chipped in with three goals. Dorgu is reportedly valued at around £25 million, but United may need to agree on a similar transfer fee.
The left-back has four-and-a-half years left on his contract. Lecce are in a strong position to negotiate and may not provide any discount during the transfer window.
Stats from Transfermarkt.com & Sofascore.com
Article written by Sri Aswin .
