Why Manchester United Should Rekindle Interest in Kevin Danso
Manchester United has been linked with a move for Kylian Mbappe, but recent reports suggest that the Frenchman is unlikely to leave Paris Saint-Germain. Instead, the Red Devils should consider rekindling their interest in Kevin Danso, who was named Ligue 1’s player of the season by experts.
Danso, who plays as a centre-back for Lens, was instrumental in his team’s unlikely title challenge this season. Despite only returning to the top flight in 2020, Lens finished just a point behind PSG, thanks in no small part to their impressive defence, which conceded just 29 goals in 38 games.
According to renowned Ligue 1 specialists Get French Football News (GFFN), Danso was the standout player in France this season. The 24-year-old Austrian international is rated extremely highly by GFFN, who described him as “astute, proactive, physical, mobile and ready for Europe’s elite.”
It’s not just Manchester United who are interested in Danso, however. Teams from England, Italy and Spain are all said to be eyeing the defender, which means that United may have to act fast if they want to secure his signature.
Why United Need a Centre-Back
Erik ten Hag seems intent on bringing in a centre-back in the summer transfer window after losing faith in Harry Maguire. The England international has struggled for form this season, and United’s defence has been leaky as a result.
Bringing in a player like Danso could help shore up United’s backline and provide some much-needed stability. The Austrian is young, talented and has already proven himself at the highest level in France.
Of course, signing Danso won’t be easy. He’s likely to command a high transfer fee, and there will be plenty of competition for his signature. However, if United are serious about improving their defence, they need to be willing to invest in the right players.
Why Mbappe May Not Be the Answer
There’s no denying that Kylian Mbappe is one of the most talented players in world football. The Frenchman has been linked with a move to Manchester United for some time, and there’s no doubt that he would be a huge asset to the team.
However, recent reports suggest that Mbappe is unlikely to leave PSG, despite United’s interest. The French champions are said to be keen to keep hold of their star player, and it would take a huge offer to convince them to sell.
Even if United were able to sign Mbappe, there’s no guarantee that he would be the answer to their problems. The Red Devils have struggled defensively this season, and signing a world-class attacker won’t necessarily solve that issue.
Conclusion
Manchester United should consider rekindling their interest in Kevin Danso, who was named Ligue 1’s player of the season by experts. The Austrian centre-back was instrumental in Lens’ impressive title challenge this season and has already proven himself at the highest level in France.
While Kylian Mbappe would undoubtedly be a huge asset to United, recent reports suggest that he is unlikely to leave PSG. Even if United were able to sign him, there’s no guarantee that he would solve their defensive issues.
If United are serious about improving their defence, they need to be willing to invest in the right players. Kevin Danso could be just the player they need to shore up their backline and provide some much-needed stability.