Manchester United ‘close in’ on deal for full-back as Erik ten Hag decides defender ‘priority’

All the latest manchester United transfer news and rumours as Erik ten Hag puts his men through their paces in pre-season.
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Manchester United are already back for pre-season as Erik ten Hag looks to get his players fit and ready to go early in the summer.

United endured a hugely disappointing season in 2021/22, finishing sixth, and they need a much-improved finish next time around.

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Fortunately, they will start a new and exciting era under one of the most hotly tipped young managers in Europe.

Ten Hag won’t want to waste any time in implementing his philosophy, and indeed getting to know his new players.

United appear to be closing in on the signing of Tyrell Malacia. Credit: Getty.United appear to be closing in on the signing of Tyrell Malacia. Credit: Getty.
United appear to be closing in on the signing of Tyrell Malacia. Credit: Getty.

And he will also want to add to his squad significantly with new signings to improve the squad and replace some of the departing stars.

With that in mind, we have rounded up all the latest United transfer news and rumours.

Malacia close

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United are closing in on the signing of Tyrell Malacia, according to reports.

The Feyenoord full-back impressed last season as the club reached the final of the Europa Conference League.

And United are believed to be closing in on a deal, with a £14million agreement on the table, as per The Mirror.

Lyon were said to be chasing a deal, but the Red Devils now appear to have a clear run at the transfer.

Martinez decision

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Ten Hag has reportedly decided on his priority defendsive recruit.

The likes of Pau Torres and Matthijs de Ligt have been linked with a move to Old Trafford, but according to 90min, Ten Hag has decided Lisandro Martinez is the man he wants.

The Ajax star is also said to be a target of Arsenal’s, but Ten Hag will have the advantage of having worked with the Argentine previously.

United are also reportedly keen on Martinez from Ajax. Credit: Getty.United are also reportedly keen on Martinez from Ajax. Credit: Getty.
United are also reportedly keen on Martinez from Ajax. Credit: Getty.

De Jong latest

United have already agreed a deal for Frenkie de Jong, but we have not heard much over the deal’s progress in recent days.

The Express speculate De Jong could be announced alongside the release of the new home shirt next Friday.

Though, other reports have claimed the deal could have to wait until the weekend.