Manchester United are looking to sign 23-year-old French international defender Jean-Clair Todibo from OGC Nice.
Jean-Clair Todibo has been linked with a move to Tottenham Hotspur as well. But Fichajes have claimed that Manchester United are hoping to swoop in and secure his services. OGC Nice will demand around €50-60 million to part ways with the 23-year-old defender.
The Battle for Jean-Clair Todibo
There is no doubt that Manchester United have more financial resources compared to Tottenham. So, it remains to be seen how the situation unfolds. Players like Harry Maguire and Raphael Varane have been linked with a move away from the club, wit the latter, in particular, facing an uncertain future. So, Manchester United will have to bring in adequate replacements.
Jean-Clair Todibo has thus emerged as a viable target for them, and the French international could improve them immensely. The 23-year-old has established himself as a key player for his club, and he will want to cement his place in the French national team’s starting lineup as well.
Regular football in the Premier League will help him cement his place in the starting lineup ahead of the European Championships. It remains to be seen whether Manchester United can get a deal done in the coming weeks.
The defender is reportedly valued at €50-60 million and the 23-year-old could prove to be a bargain in the long run. He has the qualities to justify the investment, and Manchester United could help him develop into a top-class centre-half.
Meanwhile, Tottenham need to sign a quality central defender as well especially if Eric Dier leaves the club in January. They have the financial means to pay the reported asking price for Todibo, and it will be interesting to see if they can convince the player to join them instead of a move to Manchester United.
The Red Devils have had a disappointing season by their standards. But they are still very much in the race for UEFA Champions League qualification. Tottenham are in a similar boat as well, and it will be interesting to see what the player decides.
Manchester United are one of the biggest clubs in the world, and the opportunity to play for them can be tempting for most players. In addition, they won a trophy under Erik ten Hag last season, and they have a more ambitious project at their disposal. Tottenham could find it difficult to convince the player if Manchester United are truly intent on securing his signature.
