Man Utd head coach Michael Carrick
Michael Carrick could add a new defender to his squad
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Manchester United's director of football Jason Wilcox and chief executive officer Omar Berrada
Omar Berrada and Jason Wilcox lead the charge for Kinteh
Efforts to lure the 19-year-old have been spearheaded by general manager Omar Berrada and sporting director Jason Wilcox, both keen to see Kinteh arrive at Old Trafford.
Chelsea, Ajax and PSV Eindhoven are rivals for the Gambian’s signature, but, according to a report from Corriere dello Sport, Manchester United have gained a competitive advantage.
The Gambian international has become integral to Jørgen Vink’s team, playing 25 games this season and registering two goal involvements.
The centre-back, who stands at approximately 6ft 1in tall, has been described as quick, physical and composed in build-up play.
Kinteh was discovered by Tromsø in the Mawade Wade Academy, which has a track record of providing youth talent to the Eliteserien side.
Harry Maguire
Harry Maguire could have some youth players to take under his wing
The Red Devils are said to have compiled a lengthy file on the left-footed defender and are looking to pip Chelsea to his signature.
The news arrives after Manchester United took Ike Manjor, a promising Irish centre-back from Cork City, on trial at Carrington last month, adding to their growing list of youth players that includes Chido Obi and Charlie Hardy.
Michael Carrick’s men are back in Premier League action tonight away at Newcastle.