Diogo Dalot in action for Man United
Diogo Dalot in action for Man United
Man United are planning to strengthen their right-back depth as Diogo Dalot struggles for form this season, sources have told Football Insider.
Dalot has been criticised by fans and the media for his performances at United since the start of the campaign.
The 27-year-old has been a mainstay in Michael Carrick's side in the Red Devils' worst start to a Premier League season ever.
United decided against bolstering their defensive options in the summer but are looking ahead to the January window to reshape their backline.
As I revealed on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Transfer Insider podcast, Dalot could be replaced in the new year as they eye a new right-back addition.
He recently surpassed 250 appearances for the club since joining in 2018 but may be approaching the final months of his United career.
Diogo Dalot could be replaced at Man United soon
Dalot has received intense scrutiny from United supporters on social media for a string of sub-par performances this season.
He still remains a regular under Carrick, however, and is committed to fighting for his place in the side if reinforcements are signed.
Speaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, I explained: "Look, all areas of the defence probably need strengthening for Manchester United right now. Those players have been together for a long time and there haven't been many changes, so that's the next area of the squad that the hierarchy will need to strengthen.
"Dalot, I’ve got a bit of sympathy for him, because he was playing out of position at left-back against Roma, and he is someone who, for me, gives his all for the cause at United wherever he plays.
"Obviously he has been questioned over his ability sometimes and everything else. I still think he’s been a decent performer for United, but I think if they are to get back to where they feel they deserve to be, they definitely need to make improvements both at full back and centre back as well."
Wesley is on United's radar ahead of the next window
Sources have exclusively revealed to Football Insider that Roma right-back Wesley is admired by United's chiefs.
They could make a move for the 23-year-old, who has three assists in nine Serie A appearances this season, in the January window.
Brazilian international Wesley is also on the radar of other clubs across Europe and will not come cheap as he is under contract at Roma until 2030.