Manchester United are among a host of Premier League clubs closely monitoring RB Leipzig defender Castello Lukeba ahead of the summer, according to the Daily Mail.
The Old Trafford side, along with Tottenham, Chelsea, and Arsenal, are paying attention to the 23-year-old France international’s situation, as he appears set to depart Leipzig after the season.
United could look to strengthen their defensive options despite recently extending Harry Maguire’s contract, as they prepare for a return to continental competition.
Michael Carrick’s side look well-placed to secure Champions League qualification, sitting third in the Premier League with seven games remaining.
Man United Interested in Castello Lukeba
Castello Lukeba
According to the Daily Mail, Lukeba is ‘ready to move’ away from Leipzig this summer and has attracted a plethora of suitors in the Premier League.
English clubs are reportedly weighing up offers around £40m for the French defender, who joined Leipzig in the summer of 2023 from Lyon.
An 'incredible' left-footed centre-back, Lukeba could come in as a direct replacement for Lisandro Martinez at Manchester United amid another injury-hit season for the Argentinian.
Martinez has made only 15 appearances in all competitions so far and has not featured since the 1-1 draw at West Ham in February.
The Argentine international could return for Leeds United’s visit to Old Trafford on April 13, along with Patrick Dorgu, who has missed the last eight games with a hamstring injury.
Matthijs de Ligt, meanwhile, has not played since November due to a back injury and remains unlikely to feature against Leeds.
The Dutch international’s absence has been longer than initially expected and could prompt United to consider their centre-back options this summer.
Midfield Remains Priority for Man Utd
Manchester United's Casemiro holding a football
After spending over £200m on new signings last summer, Manchester United appear set for another busy offseason as they eye an overhaul in midfield.
The Red Devils will part ways with Brazil international Casemiro at the end of the campaign and have made finding his replacement a priority ahead of the summer.
Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson and Newcastle’s Sandro Tonali are among United’s top targets, while Southampton’s Shea Charles has emerged as a potential low-cost option.
United could also sell Manuel Ugarte after the season, with the Uruguayan attracting interest from both Premier League and Italian clubs.
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