Yahoo Sports Man Utd prepare three-man transfer shortlist, includes former Barca ace
Manchester United are in a bit of a pickle due to their vulnerability at left-back.
The Red Devils confirmed that Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia won’t travel to the United States for their pre-season tour.
Shaw has been given an extended break due to his involvement with England at the 2024 European Championship.
Malacia is still recovering from a knee injury that kept him off the pitch for more than a year.
According to the Mirror, United are open to signing a new left-back and have added three players to their shortlist.
David Hancko (Feyenoord) and Tyrick Mitchell (Crystal Palace) are their potential targets.
They also have a keen eye on former Chelsea and Barcelona full-back Marcos Alonso.
Man United must sign a new left-back
Young United left-backs Sam Murray and Harry Amass are part of the pre-season tour to the US.
It is a massive opportunity for the two starlets to impress Erik ten Hag and the club hierarchy.
Shaw has been impressed with Amass and named the teenager as a player to watch out for last month.
The duo have a bright future, but it may be too soon for them to make the leap to the first team.
Ten Hag does not shy away from backing youngsters but is adamant that they must earn that opportunity.
If Murray and Amass can step up in the upcoming pre-season, they may be handed opportunities.
However, United must sign a new left-back due to the unreliability of Shaw and Malacia.
Palace’s Mitchell has a vast experience of playing in the Premier League, featuring over 130 times.
He contributed with two goals and three assists in the top flight last season. He showcased his sound defending style by making 2.8 tackles and 2.3 clearances per outing.
His current market value is £21 million, but United could try to sign him in a cut-price deal, considering his contract has only one year left.
Alonso could be an intriguing option for the Red Devils, given his experience and skill set.
The 33-year-old is famed for his attacking prowess but is also infamous for his defensive frailties.
Alonso can be signed without a transfer fee, making him a cost-effective solution to United’s immediate need for a left-back.
