Man United 'make approach' for 'world-class' Premier League star who wants Old Trafford move
Man United are looking to improve in defence as well as in attack this summer.
Ruben Amorim has been working hard to bring in attacking talent to improve Manchester United’s goal output for next season. He has signed Matheus Cunha from Wolves, and is in talks with Brentford over a deal for Bryan Mbeumo, but the United boss wants to improve in other areas too.
They have signed full-back Diego Leon, who is more of a promising signing for the future, and there is still doubt over the ability and experience of Patrick Dorgu on the left-hand side, so United could add a new wing-back.
With Amad Diallo likely starting on the right side, United need a left-wing-back who has Premier League experience, but also enough ability to be able to help propel Amorim’s team into the top half of the table.
Man United ‘make approach’ for Estupinan
The Red Devils have previously been linked to signing Brighton winger Pervis Estupinan, who reportedly wants a move to Man United this summer. The Ecuadorian international made 30 appearances for Fabian Hurzeler’s side last season, scoring one goal, and providing one assist.
He plays as a left-back for Brighton, but is more than capable of having more of an attacking role as a wing-back, which he would have to if he joined Man United this summer.
It seems as though United have stepped up their efforts to sign the 27-year-old, as GiveMeSport are reporting that Man United have ‘made an approach’ to Estupinan’s entourage to see if he wants the move to Old Trafford, and to begin talks about personal terms.
The report says that Serie A giants AC Milan are also keen on Estupinan, and that they have made an enquiry to Brighton regarding his potential availability this summer. It has been said that the Seagulls are willing to sell the 27-year-old this year, as they signed left-back Maxim De Cuyper from Club Brugge.
How much could Estupinan cost Man United?
There is no doubt about the talent of the Brighton full-back, as he has received praise from none other than former Man United star Antonio Valencia. The former Ecuador captain said in 2023 that Estupinan was “the best left-back in the Premier League, and maybe the best in the world.”
He has a market value of around £26m, but Brighton would likely demand more than that due to him being in his prime, and having had two excellent seasons in a row for the Seagulls.
He’s been at the club since 2022 after Brighton signed him from La Liga side Villarreal for an undisclosed fee. However, the Spanish club did pay £15m for him in 2020, indicating that his market value of £26m could be about right, considering his improvement since joining Brighton.