Man Utd plot formidable swoop to signal Josh Acheampong

Manchester United are reportedly planning to launch an formidable swoop to signal Chelsea defender Josh Acheampong, as per switch journalist Ben Jacobs.

The Purple Devils presently have Harry Maguire, Leny Yoro and Matthijs de Ligt as choices to deploy in the fitting centre-back place. Nonetheless, Yoro has struggled to seek out his ft within the Premier League since becoming a member of from LOSC Lille a few years in the past.

Maguire, then again, has reached the twilight of his profession and his present deal is about to run till subsequent summer season. He has even had just a few health issues in recent times.

De Ligt, in the meantime, has proven glimpses of his qualities since becoming a member of from Bayern Munich however has been out injured for a number of months. So, it seems United are contemplating signing a brand new right-footed defender.

Talking on the United Stand YouTube channel, Jacobs states that Man Utd are thinking about signing Acheampong however Chelsea contemplate him untouchable.

Aside from the teenager, Man Utd have recognized Southampton star Taylor Harwood-Bellis as an possibility and have held inside discussions over this deal. United have even been provided the prospect to signal Tosin Adarabioyo as a backup possibility.

Acheampong is valued at round £21m by Transfermarkt and nonetheless has a contract till 2029. Due to this fact, the West London membership aren’t in any rush to promote him.

Acheampong to Man Utd

After coming by means of the Blues’ youth system, Acheampong has struggled to interrupt into the beginning line-up. However he began the opening two video games in opposition to Fulham and Luton within the Premier League and EFL Cup, respectively, this season.

The teenager is a right-footed versatile defender as he’s snug within the centre-back and right-back positions. He’s fast, robust, good within the air, snug taking part in out from the again, and is environment friendly in defensive contributions.

Acheampong is a proficient participant and possesses excessive potential. Due to this fact, he may be a shrewd acquisition for Man Utd with a view to the long-term future ought to they buy him.

Nonetheless, it’ll be attention-grabbing to see whether or not the 20-time English champions finally make a concrete method to safe his companies earlier than the September 1st switch deadline.