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Manchester United still have plenty of work to do. After a rapid-fire start saw them welcome Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans, things have frustratingly slowed as the campaign approaches.
The Red Devils could still do with another midfielder, with Aurelien Tchouameni the biggest name that could arrive on that front. And they're also still in the market for a left-back amid links with Newcastle United's Lewis Hall.
But that's not all. Man United have also now joined the race to sign Jhon Lucumi from Bologna, competing against Premier League rivals Chelsea and Italian giants Juventus.
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Man United's potential centre-back options 26/27
Harry Maguire
Lisandro Martinez
Leny Yoro
Ayden Heaven
Matthijs de Ligt
Jhon Lucumi*
Carrick already has a stacked backline to choose from, but he would certainly not say no to more quality ahead of his side's Champions League return.
Man Utd launch move to sign Jhon Lucumi
According to Quotidiano Sportivo, as relayed by Sport Witness, Man United have now launched their move to sign Lucumi from Bologna. The defender has already green-lit a transfer to the Premier League and is ready to move to England instead of waiting for Juventus if the Turin club continue to take their time.
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Bologna have already received an offer worth €25m (£21m) from Nottingham Forest, but a move to the City Ground does not interest Lucumi. Juventus, meanwhile, have seen their latest offer worth €18m (£15m) rejected and Chelsea have since made contact with the Serie A club regarding a move.
The centre-back is a man in-demand, but it could yet be Man United who win the race for his signature.
Andrey Santos
Andrey Santos