George Baker
Transfer News: Manchester United backtracking on Kieran Trippier
According to transfer news from Daily Star, Manchester United have cooled their interest in Kieran Trippier. United feel that the valuation Atletico Madrid have slapped on him is too expensive and have now given it less of a priority.
It’s no secret that Manchester United could do with some added competition for Aaron Wan-Bissaka. United saw last season how Telles’ arrival boosted Shaw’s performances. While Wan-Bissaka isn’t playing badly, he does need cover and competition.
United have been after Trippier for a while now. The former Spurs defender is seen as the perfect foil to Wan-Bissaka due to his attacking abilities. The Spanish Champions want around £28m for him.
Trippier is also a proven performer at the international level, playing a key role in the England side that made the World Cup semi-finals in Russia three years ago. He started the Three Lions Euro opener against Croatia, a match that they won 1-0.
Nonetheless, United now seem to have cooled off their interest in the English defender. They feel that the valuation is too much and were hoping to complete a deal for around £10m. Now, they have put this signing on hold and might decide to pursue it later.
More Manchester United News:
- Ed Woodward improved relations between Manchester United and Borussia Dortmund as Jadon Sancho transfer is imminent
- Manchester United signing Jadon Sancho could pave the way for Jesse Lingard to join West Ham United
- Manchester United seeking £23m from Lazio for Andreas Pereira
Perhaps United are making the right decision in not spending too much for Trippier. Right-back is not a position of priority and they can look at it once they get their other targets.
