Dorgu pushing for Manchester United January move | OneFootball

Manchester United have seen their opening bid for Patrick Dorgu rejected, but the player himself could play a key role in winning his side’s reluctance to sell him in January, as he’s reportedly craving an immediate move to Old Trafford.

Patrick Dorgu of US Lecce looks on during the Serie A match between Empoli and Lecce at Stadio Carlo Castellani on January 11, 2025 in Empoli, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images)

The 20-year-old is a keystone to Marco Giampaolo’s side, who look unwilling to lose one of their most important players mid-season, while they are still battling to avoid relegation.

This was one of the main reasons why the Giallorossi turned down the Red Devils’ initial bid of about €30m plus bonuses, with reports also suggesting they’d also expect a higher fee to sell the versatile full-back in the winter transfer window.

Dorgu asks Lecce to let him join Manchester United in January

However, Tuttomercatoweb suggests that Dorgu’s desire to move to the Premier League could simplify negotiations between the two parties, as he’s reportedly pushing for a transfer in January, which could prompt Lecce to strive to find an agreement with Manchester United in order not to keep a player unwilling to stay at the club.

LECCE, ITALY – OCTOBER 29: Patrick Dorgu of Lecce competes for the ball with Reda Belahyane of Verona during the Serie A match between Lecce and Verona at Stadio Via del Mare on October 29, 2024 in Lecce, Italy. (Photo by Maurizio Lagana/Getty Images)

The relegation-threatened outfit is also said to have placed an offer for Estrela da Amadora full-back Danilo Veiga, who is seen as a potential replacement for the Danish talent.