United eyes a promising young defender to bolster their backline as they simultaneously hunt for a new manager.
Amid a rebuilding phase (yet another one), Manchester United is outlining the search for Ruben Amorim's successor to lead its project. At the same time, its top management has taken notice of the emergence of El Chadaille Bitshiabu, the young center-back from RB Leipzig.
Institutional earthquake at Manchester United that has dispensed with the services of Ruben Amorim, and has therefore already embarked on the search for its new manager. A task that will not be precisely simple, although it is true that the club is handling an extensive list of alternatives to complete it successfully.
Nevertheless, it is worth focusing now on a new target its directors have set to boost the performance of its back line. In that aspect, the Europa League runner-up is studying an interesting alternative to make a big splash in the transfer market.
Manchester United Eyes Former PSG Defender Bitshiabu Amid Manager Search
As detailed by information from L'Équipe, the offices at Old Trafford have been captivated by the breakthrough of El Chadaille Bitshiabu (20), a PSG academy graduate. Contracted to RB Leipzig until June 2029, the promising defender has unexpectedly made his way onto Manchester United's shopping list.
According to the cited outlet, this Premier League powerhouse could shape a concrete offer to take the lead for this young footballer. Also in the orbit of AS Monaco, Olympique Lyon, and Bayer Leverkusen, the center-back holds prospects of being a future bet for the Red Devils.
What Is the Plan for Manchester United’s January Transfer Window?
Manager Ruben Amorim has emphasized that Manchester United will not make new signings in January unless there is "common ground" between him and football director Jason Wilcox on which players will improve the team. The Red Devils continue to be linked with some names, including several midfielders. But now, with Amorim gone, the plan could change. We will have to wait.
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