SSC Napoli “very close” to sealing signing of Patrick Dorgu – Gianluca Di Marzio

Manchester United target Patrick Dorgu is reportedly very close to a move to SSC Napoli.

The Red Devils are actively looking to secure a left wing back signing now that Antony is about to join Real Betis on loan until the end of the season.

News sensationally broke yesterday that the Red Devils were in discussions with Italian side Lecce for the signing of Dorgu.

There still seemed some distance between the two sides as Lecce were demanding €40 million but United were aiming to strike a deal for between €25-30 million.

United are far from the Dane’s only admirers though as numerous Italian clubs and Tottenham Hotspur are also looking to close a deal for the exciting wing-back.

Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio has reported that Napoli are very well positioned to sign the youngster, however.

“Napoli is looking for reinforcements for the present and the future. One of the roles in which Aurelio De Laurentiis’ club is focusing its attention is that of the wingers.”

“The will of the Campania club would be to buy [Dorgu] and leave him on loan at Lecce for the rest of the championship.”

“The parties are very close to closing but if Manchester United were to actually offer €40 million then the scenario would change.”

Di Marzio claims that despite interest, United have not actually made any formal offer for Dorgu and would need to act quickly to get a deal done.

The Red Devils have reportedly made phone calls to his agent and are one of numerous clubs who intend to meet with him within the “next few hours”.

Therefore, the door is certainly not closed to a move to Ruben Amorim’s side but it seems like they must act fast to seal the deal.

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