Manchester United sent scouts to watch 24-year-old Frenchman Youssouf Fofana in action for Les Bleus in the ongoing international break.
According to a report by Italian outlet Calciomercato, Youssouf Fofana is the subject of interest from Manchester United. The Red Devils ran the rule over the 24-year-old during the ongoing international break. Meanwhile, the AS Monaoc midfielder is also a target for other European bigwigs like Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain.
Who is Youssouf Fofana?
Youssouf Fofana is a native of Paris and began his youth career in his hometown club Espérance Paris. He then had a short spell at Red Star FC before joining JA Drancy, a club he graduated from a few years ago. But the Frenchman’s stock did not rise until he joined AS Monaco from RC Strasbourg in January 2020.
The 24-year-old has established himself as one of the best midfielders in Ligue 1 in the last three years. Fofana has turned out over 150 times thus far for AS Monaco, chipping in with three goals and 14 assists. The player’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs.
Several high-profile Premier League clubs have shown interest in the French international. These include Manchester united, with the Red Devils sending scouts to watch him in action during the ongoing international break. Meanwhile, the AS Monaco midfielder is also a target for European bigwigs like Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain.
How will Youssouf Fofana fit at Manchester United?
Manchester United might need to invest in a holding midfielder in the summer transfer window. While Casemiro was top-class in the 2022/23 season, his performance levels have dropped this term. In addition, Sofyan Amrabat has yet to stamp his authority since arriving from Fiorentina this past summer.
So, it behoves Manchester United to delve into the market for a defensive midfielder. Youssouf Fofana has thus emerged as a viable target for the Premier League heavyweights. And their decision to run the rule over the 24-year-old Frenchman signals their seriousness.
The French international might not cost a bomb either, with recent reports suggesting a price tag of €30 million. Manchester United should not have any qualms about shelling out the sum to land him. But things might get complicated if the race to sign him heats up.