This month, Nuno Mendes has emerged as Manchester United’s priority target for the left-back position, with Rayan Ait-Nouri viewed as a quality alternative.
According to The Independent, Manchester United are set to chase a new left-back who can play to Ruben Amorim’s specific style. PSG’s Nuno Mendes remains the priority target for the position, although Wolves man Rayan Ait-Nouri is viewed as a quality alternative to the Portuguese star this month.
Ruben Amorim is still waiting to find out whether signings are possible this month, as Manchester United are considering offloading players before bringing in new faces. The Portuguese managers have many requirements, especially in the wing-back position, with the left side of the pitch seen as vital for the time being.
Amorim has plenty of options on the right side, but the left-hand side has limitations. Moreover, Manchester United are ready to allow Tyrell Malacia to leave on loan this month, and with that, the club could look to bring in a new face.
The Red Devils see PSG’s Nuno Mendes as a priority target, with Manchester United linked with the Portuguese international. Reports state that the left-back is considering his options in Paris, with the Ligue 1 club set to demand a fee of €60 million to let the full-back leave.
There are some big question marks about Manchester United’s ability to afford the €60 million-rated star this month. They may have to make sales before thinking about spending money on new incomings, which could complicate their chase. In any case, the Red Devils are considering alternatives, with Wolves man Rayan Ait-Nouri seen as a quality option.
Rayan Ait-Nouri on Manchester United’s shortlist
Rayan Ait-Nouri has proven beyond doubt that he is ready to join one of the big clubs shortly. Despite Wolves’ issues this season, he has been one of the bright sparks for the Molineux side, and he already has interest from the big Premier League sides.
Amorim could push for Ait-Nouri as the left-sided defender could prove ideal for using a wing-back. While he’s seen as an alternative to Mendes, it remains to be seen how much Wolves would want for the 23-year-old to sell him this month, although they would ideally prefer to keep him and think about a transfer next summer.
