Manchester United show interest in signing Dan-Axel Zagadou from Borussia Dortmund
According to Daily Express, Manchester United are intrigued by the possibility of signing Dan-Axel Zagadou on a free transfer this summer.
The Red Devils’ defence was shambolic in the last season having conceded a ton of goals which might have made the crucial difference in their season’s failure. Considering the situation it is highly likely that the new manager would want to bring defensive reinforcement.
It is believed that the Red Devils are interested in Ajax star Lisandro Martinez. However, Arsenal have already seen a £25m rejected by the Dutch team, which diminishes United’s chances of luring him away. In such a case, the Red Devils might require someone whose transfer is financially more feasible.
Zagadou fits the criteria in that regard, having made respectable improvements since joining Borussia Dortmund in 2017. Due in large part to his enormous 1.96m size and the ferocity that frequently makes him a terrifying presence at the back. The former PSG starlet is largely considered one of the most brilliant young defensive players in the Bundesliga.
It is now believed that Man United are appealed by the free agent’s transfer and might push for his signature in the ongoing window. However, Eric Ten Hag’s team have to put up a fight with Nice in the transfer run as the French team are also interested in the defender.
Thus, the French defender, 22, could wind up being a perfect fit for Red Devils. While the teenager can be extremely versatile, with the ability to play at left-back and even as a defensive midfielder, if necessary. He should offer some much-needed competition for Harry Maguire, Raphael Varane, and Victor Lindelof.
One of Europe’s most exciting prospects, Zagadou has the ability to be a top-tier player. The Frenchman has a gift for speed and sheer physicality. Zagadou is also good in the air and can provide us with a threat at the other end on set pieces.
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He plays left-back with ease despite being primarily a central defender. Zagadou is exceptional at taking control of situations and pressing high up the field to take advantage of openings.
Man United should be all over this transfer this summer, given his potential and price. Nice may be in the race, but our board has the capability to offer a lucrative wage deal that might attract the Frenchman to join us.