Bayern Munich defender Benjamin Pavard has expressed his desire to join Manchester United, stating his eagerness to experience the Premier League. Dissatisfied with being played as a right-back instead of a centre-back, Pavard has informed Bayern Munich of his intention to leave.
Manchester City also considered signing the Frenchman, but ultimately, Kyle Walker decided to stay. With extensive Champions League and international experience, Pavard is a ready-made signing.
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is actively seeking cover at centre-back and has narrowed down his options to Pavard and Jean-Clair Todibo.
Pavard’s Desire to Join Manchester United
Pavard has expressed his desire to join Manchester United as he seeks to experience playing in the Premier League. The French defender has informed Bayern Munich of his intention to leave, citing his dissatisfaction with being played as a right-back instead of his preferred position as a centre-back.
Manchester United had initially considered signing Pavard’s teammate, Benjamin Pavard, but Kyle Walker’s decision to stay led them to explore other options. Pavard is seen as a ready-made signing with extensive Champions League and international experience.
On the other hand, Erik ten Hag, the manager of Manchester United, has also been considering Jean-Clair Todibo as a potential centre-back. While Pavard offers immediate experience, Todibo is younger and has more room to grow.
Bayern Munich is willing to sell Pavard for around £26m, a lower price compared to the £30m fee Manchester United is set to receive for Harry Maguire’s potential departure. Pavard’s departure would provide Bayern with the necessary funds to pursue potential replacements.
Erik Ten Hag’s Shortlist: Centre-Back Options
Erik ten Hag has narrowed down his options for a centre-back to two players. After considering Edmond Tapsoba and Marc Guehi, he deemed them too expensive.
The remaining candidates are Benjamin Pavard and Jean-Clair Todibo. Pavard offers immediate experience, having played extensively in the Champions League and internationally. On the other hand, Todibo is younger and has more potential for growth.
Ten Hag must decide between the immediate impact of Pavard or the long-term potential of Todibo.
Manchester United’s interest in signing a centre-back stems from the potential departure of Harry Maguire. Initially, Tapsoba and Guehi were considered, but their price tags were deemed too high. Pavard and Todibo emerged as more feasible options.
Ten Hag’s decision will ultimately depend on the team’s immediate needs and long-term goals.
Bayern Munich’s Asking Price for Pavard
Bayern Munich is willing to sell the experienced defender, Benjamin Pavard, for around £26m. The club has set this price in order to accommodate Erik ten Hag’s search for a centre-back.
Pavard, who joined Bayern from Stuttgart in 2018, has informed the club of his intention to leave. The 25-year-old is reportedly unhappy with being played as a right-back instead of a centre-back.
Manchester United, who are in search of a centre-back due to the potential departure of Harry Maguire, has shown interest in Pavard. The asking price for Pavard is lower than the £30m fee United will receive for Maguire.
If the transfer goes through, Bayern Munich will have funds for potential replacements while United will acquire an experienced player with extensive Champions League and international experience.
Alternative Options Considered by Manchester United
Manchester United has explored other options in their search for a centre-back. With the potential departure of Harry Maguire, the club has been actively looking for a suitable replacement.
Initially, Edmond Tapsoba and Marc Guehi were considered as potential candidates. However, their price tags were deemed too high at this stage of the transfer window.
As a result, Manchester United has turned their attention to Benjamin Pavard and Jean-Clair Todibo. Pavard, who wants to experience the Premier League, has informed Bayern Munich of his intention to leave. The French defender offers immediate experience with his extensive Champions League and international background.
On the other hand, Todibo is younger and has more room for growth. Ultimately, it will be up to Manchester United to decide between immediate impact or long-term potential in their pursuit of a new centre-back.
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