Major boost for Man Utd as their ‘top target’ pushes for Old Trafford move | OneFootball

Manchester United are still embroiled in negotiations with Lecce for the transfer of Patrick Dorgu who is reportedly determined to make the move.

The Red Devils have recently identified their 20-year-old as their top target to bolster the left flank which has been weakened by the recurring absence of Luke Shaw who is constantly injured, while Tyrell Malacia remains far from his optimal physical following his lengthy layoff.

Dorgu is a Lecce youth product who earned a promotion to the first team last season and has managed to take Serie A by storm with his electric displays on the flanks, either in his original left-back role, or even as an inverted right winger.

Man United receive support from Patrick Dorgu & his agents while negotiating with Lecce

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This morning, Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano revealed that United raised their offer for the youngster as they look to bridge the gap with the Serie A minnows’ asking price. The transfer market insider claims the Premier League giants made an offer north of €30 million.

And now, some interesting new developments have emerged from the Italian media, with SoloLecce claiming that one of Dorgu’s agents has revealed the player’s desire to move to England.

The source believes this push will be crucial for Man Utd who are yet to find a definitive agreement with Lecce. The source claims that the Red Devils have put €25 million plus bonuses on the table, while the Italians are seeking at least €35 million plus add-ons.

So while the gap remains significant, INEOS needs the player and his entourage to lend a hand by urging Lecce to greenlight the operation, hoping that the Italians would succumb to the mounting pressure.

The next few hours will certainly bear new developments on this track, with all