EMPOLI, ITALY – JANUARY 11: Patrick Dorgu of US Lecce appears to be like on through the Serie A match between Empoli and Lecce at Stadio Carlo Castellani on January 11, 2025 in Empoli, Italy. (Photograph by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Photos)
Manchester United’s second bid for Patrick Dorgu has been turned down by Leece, in keeping with Fabrizio Romano.
Head coach Ruben Amorim within the January switch window is after a left wingback to suit his system – however the Pink Devils have failed of their quest thus far.
The membership seemingly recognized Dorgu as a main goal, however their makes an attempt thus far have fallen quick. Romano posted on X, previously generally known as Twitter: “Lecce board insist on €40m bundle for Patrick Dorgu to Man United or he gained’t be allowed to go away in January.
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“The Italian membership hope to maintain the participant till the summer time until valuation is met. Manchester United’s second method, not sufficient to get it completed thus far.”
The Guardian report that their second off represents price is €10m greater than United’s valuation of the participant, however Amorim stays decided to safe the signing of the Denmark worldwide.
The 20-year-old Dorgu solely made his senior debut final season. He’s now into 52 appearances in Serie A for Lecce, attracting curiosity from the Premier League giants.
Below Amorim, who’s seeking to discover gamers to enrich his most well-liked 3-4-3 system, United have managed solely six wins in 16 video games.
Man United stay energetic within the January switch window
Regardless of monetary constraints, United’s switch finances could possibly be boosted by Antony’s anticipated mortgage transfer to Actual Betis for the rest of the season, although the facet haven’t any possibility to purchase within the present deal. The winger is now set to journey to Seville for a medical, whereas the La Liga outfit are considered overlaying 84% of his substantial £150,000-a-week wages.
As well as, United are open to provides within the area of €70m for Alejandro Garnacho, who may need performed his final recreation with the membership. Napoli have been linked however Chelsea are additionally exhibiting curiosity within the winger.
Even nonetheless, Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca remained coy across the scenario on Friday, saying: “We’re monitoring the market, and if one thing comes up, we’ll think about it. However with 10 days left, we haven’t made any strikes but. In the mean time, I’m pleased with the choices now we have—Pedro [Neto] and Noni [Madueke] on the appropriate, and Jadon [Sancho] on the left.”
