Manchester United Eyeing La Liga Star Mikayil Faye for Defensive Reinforcement
Manchester United is setting their sights on Senegalese defender Mikayil Faye, with a potential transfer valued at £25m. The club’s football director, John Murtough, recently visited Barcelona to meet with executives, indicating a strong interest in the young talent. Faye, who can play both left-back and centre-back positions, has already caught the eye of United scouts with his impressive performances for Barcelona’s B team.
Despite his young age of 19, Faye has already made an impact on the international stage, scoring on his Senegal debut against Gabon. With United facing defensive issues due to injuries to players like Lisandro Martinez, Luke Shaw, and Tyrell Malacia, Faye’s versatility could provide much-needed reinforcement for the team.
Barcelona, facing financial constraints, may be willing to part ways with Faye this summer. The club previously turned down offers from other European clubs like Nice, Lyon, Bayer Leverkusen, and Inter Milan. As United prepares for potential departures of defenders like Jonny Evans and Raphael Varane, securing Faye’s signature could be a crucial move in strengthening their backline.
With the upcoming transfer window shaping up to be significant for United under new ownership, the addition of a promising talent like Faye could signal a positive step forward for the club. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing transfer saga.