Manchester United are linked with a move for Bayer Leverkusen full-back Jeremie Frimpong, but they could end up signing Benjamin Pavard if the Dutchman joins Bayern Munich.
According to a report from Football Insider, Manchester United could sign Benjamin Pavard as an alternative to Jeremie Frimpong. The 27-year-old French international has been a key player for the German club, and he could prove to be a quality acquisition for Manchester United.
Pavard is capable of playing in a back four as well as a back three. He will add some much-needed tactical versatility to the side. Furthermore, the Frenchman can operate as a right-back as well as a central defender. His versatility will be an added bonus for Erik ten Hag.
The Dutchman will be able to field a back three of Pavard, Raphael Varane, and Lisandro Martinez, and switch to a back four depending on the opposition. Furthermore, using Pavard as a right-back against quality wingers will give Manchester United more defensive stability in important matches.
The 27-year-old is a proven performer at the highest level as he has won multiple trophies in Germany. Furthermore, he helped his country win the 2018 FIFA World Cup as well. The player is entering his peak years and is likely to be a top performer for Manchester United over the next few seasons. He has been linked with Real Madrid as well.
Frimpong, another target for Manchester United, is an excellent talent as well. But the 22-year-old is inexperienced, and he will need time to fulfil his potential. On the other hand, Pavard is an experienced player who has been challenging for trophies every season at the top club. The French international is clearly a more seasoned option, and signing him could prove to be a wise decision.
Manchester United will be hoping to challenge for the league title and the Champions League next season and they could certainly use proven winners like Pavard. The French international is an outstanding person, and he would add a new dimension to the Manchester United side with his distribution and long passing.
Apart from his defensive abilities, the 27-year-old will help create opportunities for his teammates, with his crossing ability and his ability to break the lines with long passes. It will be interesting to see if Manchester United can agree on a reasonable fee with Bayern Munich for the World Cup winner in the coming months.
