Manchester United are set to watch Pierre Kalulu in action for Juventus with a view to a potential future approach for the defender.
According to Tutto Juve, Manchester United are keeping close tabs on the progress made by Pierre Kalulu in Serie A. Observers from the English club are set to watch the French defender in action at the weekend, as the club are looking for options to bolster their backline.
Pierre Kalulu has been one of the consistent performers for Juventus this season, playing every minute of the 24 games in the league. The Frenchman tends to occupy multiple positions, such as right-back, centre-back or even in a wide role on the right wing from a defensive perspective.
He has been instrumental for Luciano Spalletti’s side this term, with Juventus already thinking about upgrading the salary of the €2.4 million-a-year defender. The Biancioneri are willing to offer him a pay rise as well as a contract extension until 2030, while his performances have also caught the eye of France national team coach Didier Deschamps, as well as many Premier League clubs.
The prospect of making it to the World Cup squad is a strong possibility for Kalulu, while he could also earn a big move away from Juventus, something the club may not want. Manchester United are the team in the equation, with the report stating that observers from the club are set to watch Kalulu in action on Sunday.
Juventus take on Inter Milan at the San Siro, as Manchester United scouts will be present to take their observations on the €2.4 million-a-year defender. It remains to be seen whether they return impressed with his display, as a summer move to the Premier League could be on the cards for Kalulu.
Why are Manchester United chasing Pierre Kalulu?
Manchester United are looking for options to improve every department of their squad, and the backline is one of their priorities next summer. Kalulu’s ability to occupy multiple positions based on the system at play makes him a formidable long-term option for any team in England.
Manchester United are also planning on keeping Harry Maguire, but that will not deter their efforts to sign another defender. Kalulu could be an ideal long-term replacement for the Englishman, although he could also challenge the likes of Diogo Dalot and Noussair Mazraoui for a place at right-back.