Manchester United are seriously considering an offer for Lyon right-back Malo Gusto ahead of the January transfer window.
According to Media Foot, Manchester United are interested in Lyon sensation Malo Gusto. And the Red Devils are preparing an offer worth around €30 million for the French right-back next month.
Signing a right-back is an utmost priority for Erik ten Hag, who has cried for a backup to Diogo Dalot. The Portuguese international has been indispensable for Manchester United this season, and his brilliant performances on the pitch called for some massive actions from the club.
Manchester United were never destined to lose the player on a free transfer next summer. But they have still acted pretty swiftly to secure another year of service by executing the one-year clause in his deal.
The Red Devils will not only stop at this point and would hand another defender to ten Hag, as Aaron Wan-Bissaka is getting closer to a United exit. The likes of Wolverhampton Wanderers and Leeds United have expressed their interest in taking the player under their folds. And Manchester United would reinvest the money in getting a suitable understudy for Dalot.
Malo Gusto’s current contract runs until 2024, and Lyon are aware this January could be the best opportunity to cash in on the youngster. It is believed the Ligue 1 outfit would entertain offers of around €30 million for the French full-back. And Manchester United ready to make their next move.
Gusto has been the preferred choice in Ligue 1 this season, and his tender age has also been one of the reasons behind Manchester United’s strong attention to the player. Erik ten Hag has had the knack of developing youth players. And Gusto could expect some major transition should he arrive in England.
Manchester United will be putting a big leap of faith, even though he has several European bigwigs chasing him. But the Red Devils seem to have a clear path to their target. It remains to be seen whether they can secure the services of the French full-back in a January deal worth around €30 million.
