Manchester United Transfer News Roundup: Red Devils submit Benjamin Pavard bid; West Ham want Scott McTominay, and more - August 13, 2023
Manchester United host Wolverhampton Wanderers at Old Trafford on Monday (August 14) to mark the start of their second season under Erik ten Hag. The Dutch manager has done well since taking charge last summer, winning the Carabao Cup, reaching the FA Cup final and finishing third in the league.
Meanwhile, the Red Devils have submitted an offer for Bayern Munich defender Benjamin Pavard. Elsewhere, West Ham United are planning to move for United midfielder Scott McTominay.
On that note, here's a look at the key Manchester United transfer stories as on August 13, 2023:
Manchester United have submitted an offer to Bayern Munich for Benjamin Pavard, according to transfer insider Florian Plettenberg.
The Red Devils are in the market for a new defender this summer to replace Harry Maguire, who's set to move to West Ham United. Ten Hag has identified Pavard as the ideal candidate for the job.
The Premier League giants have wasted no time in reaching out to Bayernwith an offer to bring the 27-year-old to Old Trafford. However, the Bundesliga champions have turned down the bid.
The French defender has already agreed terms with Manchester United and is keen to play under Ten Hag. With the player’s Bayern contract expiring in 2024, a move could materialise this summer.
West Ham United have identified Scott McTominay as a replacement for Lucas Paqueta, according to Football Insider.
The Scottish midfielder struggled for game time under Ten Hag last season and is no longer indispensable. The Red Devils are heavily linked with a move for Fiorentina’s Sofyan Amrabat and are willing to listen to offers for McTominay.
The Hammers have had their eyes on the 26-year-old all summer as a possible replacement for Declan Rice. Their
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