Trio of targets named as Man United eye defensive reinforcements in new year

An insight into the plans of the powers that be at Premier League giants Manchester United to reinforce the club's squad following the turn of the year has been provided on Friday.

The subject of the lack of depth in Erik ten Hag's squad has of course taken its place front and centre in the headlines on the red half of Manchester once more across the week to date.

This comes with a fresh series of blows on the injury front having left United's defensive ranks completely depleted.

With the likes of Lisandro Martinez, Luke Shaw, and Sergio Reguilon on the sidelines, it should in turn come as little surprise to hear of the Red Devils hierarchy setting their sights firmly on fresh blood at the back ahead of the 2nd-half of the campaign.

Wishing you a speedy recovery, Licha 🙏#MUFC

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) September 29, 2023

As per a report from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano:

'Manchester United considering to invest on new important defender in 2024 as internal discussion start'.

An insight has also been provided into some of the leading names on the list of targets at Old Trafford.

Romano points towards Jean-Clair Todibo of Nice, Bayer Leverkusen's Edmond Tapsoba, and Benfica standout Antonio Silva as being in the sights of the Premier League heavyweights.

Manchester United considering to invest on new important defender in 2024 as internal discussion start 🔴 #MUFC

Todibo remains on the list, Tapsoba and Antonio Silva also tracked by scouts — more names could be added in the next months.

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— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 29, 2023