The Reds devil have been linked with a move for the defender
Manchester United are looking to bolster their squad this summer after an underwhelming campaign this season, not winning a single silverware. Their priority is to add defensive reinforcements and will look to sell few players in order to accommodate new signings.
Despite having the most clean sheets and the second best defensive record in the Premier League this season, Jose Mourinho is not happy as he had to rely on auxiliary full-backs and failed to settle on a consistent central defensive axis due to injuries.
The Red Devils have been linked with host of defenders ahead of the transfer window and one of them is Toby Alderweireld.
Alderweireld has been linked with a move away this summer after the club has struggled to come to terms with the defender’s high week demands. The club does not want pay such high wages and may sell him this summer as he has a release clause in his contract which will drop his value to £25 million in 12 months time.
The Belgian International has just made three appearances since returning from injury in February. Though Mauricio Pochettino claimed that his absence is not due to contract situations but it’s hard to believe because the defender was one of the first names in the starting XI before transfer talk was sparked.
According to reports, United have begun talks with Spurs over a potential move for the 29 year old. But the London club wants to involve Anthony Martial in the deal.
The France International has struggled for regular game time since the arrival of Alexis Sanchez in January and has been frustrated with the lack of opportunities. He has been linked with a summer move with Juventus showing strong interest but the Argentine manager is also a admirer of him.
Manchester United are not prepared to include Martial in any deal for Tottenham defender Toby Alderweireld, reports ESPN.
The Portuguese manager has made it clear that they want to keep the 22 year old this summer unless he himself ask for a transfer and will only sell to an abroad club.
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