Manchester United Prioritizes Premier League Defender as Transfer Focus Shifts

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Manchester United have set their sights on Wolverhampton Wanderers defender Rayan Ait-Nouri after attempts at signing Nuno Mendes failed, due to expected contract renewal with Paris Saint Germain; thus causing them to shift focus onto Ait-Nouri as their defensive target of choice.

At Manchester United, Ait-Nouri has emerged as an outstanding candidate to fill Ruben Amorim’s left-back spot under Ruben Amorim’s management. At 23 years old and playing regularly for Chelsea and Liverpool respectively in the Premier League, his performances have made an impressionful case against Portugal internationals for consideration by Manchester United management.

Discussions surrounding Ait-Nouri’s transfer have been positive and an agreement now appears likely. A potential fee range between EUR55-60 million has been speculated as Wolves remain open to negotiations while United may propose player swaps such as Luke Shaw or Tyrell Malacia to bring down his asking price.

Why Ait-Nouri Makes Sense for Manchester United

Manchester United could consider Ait-Nouri an investment worthy of consideration when looking at potential acquisitions this winter window, given his mix of defensive prowess and attacking skills which make him attractive in Amorim’s system and could provide them with exactly the playing style the team requires. Unfortunately for Manchester United though, Wolves might be unwilling to part ways with any key players until summer’s transfer window has closed, meaning any move would likely need to wait for then before going forward with any move involving him.