Manchester United Transfer News Roundup: Red Devils eyeing Federico Chiesa; club advised against right-back move, and more - July 20, 2023
Manchester United are looking to build a squad capable enough to fight on all fronts next season. Manager Erik ten Hag has overseen an impressive improvement in form since taking charge last summer and will look to aim higher.
Meanwhile, the Red Devils are interested in Juventus midfielder Federico Chiesa. Elsewhere, the Premier League giants have been advised against pursuing a move for a new right-back.
On that note, here's a look at the key Manchester United transfer stories as on July 20, 2023:
Manchester United are interested in Federico Chiesa, according to Corriere dello Sport.
The Red Devils remain in the market for attacking reinforcements and could be eyeing an upgrade on Jadon Sancho. Chiesa has all the attributes to slot in seamlessly into Erik ten Hag’s tactics. He's versatile enough to carry out multiple roles in the final third, and Juventus are ready to let him leave this summer.
The Italian is surplus to requirements at Turin, with the Bianconeri looking to raise money to finance a move for Romelu Lukaku. The Serie A giants are willing to let Chiesa leave for €50 million.
Apart from United, Liverpool and Newcastle United also have their eyes on the 25-year-old. However, the player’s injury history could be a cause of concern for Ten Hag.
Former Aston Villa striker Gabriel Agbonlahor has advised the Red Devils against signing a new right-back this summer.
Ten Hag reportedly wants an upgrade on Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Diogo Dalot this year. The Red Devils have been linked with Bayer Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong all summer. Recent reports have also cited that Ten Hag has an interest in Bayern Munich defender Benjamin Pavard.
However, Agbonlahor told Football Insider that Wan-Bissaka is good enough for the
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