Due to the fact that Patrick Dorgu’s desire to make the move to Old Trafford played a significant role in Lecce’s decision to sanction a mid-season transfer, Manchester United are on the verge of finalising the signing of the player. This information was revealed by GIVEMESPORT sources in an exclusive interview for our brand-new Market Madness podcast.
As the deadline for the winter transfer window, which is fast approaching on February 3, Ruben Amorim, the head coach of the Red Devils, has been in the market for reinforcements. This comes after Amorim decided to allow the loan departure of Brazilian winger Antony, after Real Betis agreed to cover at least 84% of his salary.
GMS sources have been informed that their success in reaching an agreement for Dorgu, who has been described as “incredible,” came after their target had been pushing hard for Lecce to give the switch to Old Trafford the green-light. The recruitment of a left wing-back was earmarked as Manchester United’s priority heading into 2025, and GMS sources have been informed that this success came about.
The Premier League giants have pounced just a matter of months after the Denmark international penned a new contract which allows him to pocket in excess of £10,500-per-week, and he is poised to become the first senior signing since Amorim headed into the dugout as Erik ten Hag’s successor.
GMS sources have informed us that Dorgu is currently on his way to Manchester United to undergo a medical examination with the Red Devils. Additionally, a full agreement with Lecce has been reached, which is just north of £29.3 million. This is despite the fact that his current employers were initially seeking in the region of £34 million, which was a result of the fact that Serie A rivals Napoli were also showing interest in the player.
In light of the fact that fellow left-sided defenders Tyrell Malacia and Luke Shaw have been dealing with injury issues, the twenty-year-old player, who was the subject of two rejected bids from Old Trafford worth up to £27 million before a breakthrough was made, will look to make himself one of the first names on the team sheet.
GMS sources have informed us that the latter is getting closer to making a return to action after stepping up his recovery at Carrington. Despite this, Portuguese tactician Amorim and influential figures behind the scenes have not refrained from entering the market as the winter transfer deadline draws closer. This is a positive development for Manchester United.
The success of the Red Devils in reaching an agreement for Dorgu came less than twenty-four hours after GMS sources revealed that they were on the verge of finding a compromise with Lecce. However, there is still time for additional acquisitions to be made as the Red Devils strive to climb into the top half of the Premier League.