Man Utd centre-back transfer target reveals he rejected summer move over fears he would ‘make a mistake’

MANCHESTER UNITED transfer target Jean-Clair Todibo didn't join the Red Devils this summer over fears he'd make a "mistake".


Posted Saturday, September 16, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

Todibo, 23, was heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford last month.

Man Utd centre-back transfer target reveals he rejected summer move over fears he would ‘make a mistake’
Todibo revealed he didn't want to 'make a mistake' when asked about joining United

The Red Devils approached OGC Nice over a potential swoop just before deadline day, but a deal failed to materialise.

And now the defender has opened up about why he decided against joining Erik ten Hag's side.

Todibo told L'Equipe: "I'm not going to lie and say that I didn't have the thought to tell myself that perhaps I should play in a 'top club' to increase my chances [of playing for France], but there are also guarantees when playing at Nice."

When pressed about rumours linking him to Man Utd, he added: "I experienced it differently from my previous situations in my career.

"My thinking was much more in-depth, thoughtful. I didn't want to make a mistake in my choice. I remained very calm.

"Reflection is much more important than when I started. I'm waiting to be presented with the complete project.

"What is expected of me? Why am I coming? You shouldn't arrive at a club like that. I know what I have at Nice. Why go into the unknown?

"So, everything must be clear. My first transfer, I was 18 years old. The thinking was not as thorough."

Todibo joined Nice from Barcelona in 2021 and has since made 106 appearances.

He made his international debut for France earlier this week against Germany.



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