Manchester United are eyeing a summer transfer window move to sign a player Christopher Vivell knows from his time at Chelsea.
The Red Devils have been heavily linked with bringing in a host of new midfielders ahead of the summer, but they are likely to strengthen in multiple positions.
United qualified for the Champions League last season after a resurgence under Michael Carrick, who joined the club in January. They'll need a deeper, stronger squad to compete in Europe.
Although Carrick did a phenomenal job in turning things around, they didn't have the distraction of European football and the hectic fixture schedule that comes with that.
As a result, they will need reinforcements to deal with playing twice a week and competing on all fronts.
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According to a report from The Athletic, Newcastle United defender Lewis Hall is one of the options being considered by Manchester United ahead of the summer transfer window.
Hall is a player who crossed paths with director of recruitment Vivell during their time at Chelsea, so he's someone the United chief knows very well.
Hall, described as elite, could be on the move in the summer transfer window, and any deal is likely to be north of £50 million.
Newcastle aren't hoping to sell the 21-year-old this summer, but they are expected to reshape their squad after a disappointing season.
The Magpies could be forced to cash in on some players after they fail to qualify for European football.
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Although Luke Shaw appears to have got over his injury issues, starting every single Premier League game during the 2025-2026 season, United do need another option at left back.
Shaw is set to turn 31 next month, so United do need to sign a long-term replacement for the English defender.
One of United's backup left backs, Tyrell Malacia, has left the club following the expiration of his contract.
Hall is already an established Premier League defender, and at the age of 21, he has yet to reach his full potential.
There's no doubt the Newcastle left-back would be a smart signing for the Red Devils if they can secure his signature this summer.