Manchester United will reportedly be looking to strengthen the right-back position in January or next summer.
Fabrizio Romano confirmed as much in his recent interview with The United Stand.
He said: “Man United want to sign a new right-back, and I think that will be one of the missions for the summer or January.
Diogo Dalot has been one of United’s standout players this season.
The Portuguese has shown drastic improvement both offensively and defensively and is integral to the way Ten Hag wants to play football.
It feels comfortable on the ball and is very resistant to pressure. Also, he is known for making progressive passes that facilitate more attacks.
Despite his stellar performances, Ten Hag is interested in bringing in another right-back to give him some competition.
Roman states:
“Diogo Dalot is doing very well; they [the club] they are super happy with it. Erik ten Hag is a great admirer of Diogo and I never had any doubts.”
“Erik ten Hag wanted a right back. He thinks he needs to create competition at that position.”
United were reportedly close to signing Sergino Dest from FC Barcelona.
Romano goes on to mention:
“In the last two or three days of the transfer window, there were serious chances for Sergino Dest. There were serious possibilities.”
He also spoke about Inter’s Denzel Dumfries, a reported target for United and Chelsea.
“For [Denzel] Dumfries would keep the situation open, not just for January, but for next summer.”
