Manchester United’s search for left-back cover has taken a new turn with the emergence of Sergio Reguilon as a potential alternative. After talks with Chelsea for Marc Cucurella cooled due to the fee demanded and his cup-tied status, United have identified Reguilon as a viable option, as they look to stay within financial fair play limits.
The former Ajax left-back is currently behind Destiny Udogie and Ben Davies in the pecking order at Tottenham, and United are also considering loan deals for Sofyan Amrabat and Marcos Alonso of Barcelona.
Key Takeaways
– Manchester United is in need of left-back cover due to injuries to Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia.
– Talks with Chelsea for a loan deal for Marc Cucurella have cooled down due to the high fee demanded by Chelsea.
– Sergio Reguilon has emerged as the most likely alternative to Marc Cucurella for Manchester United.
– United is also considering other left-back targets such as Sofyan Amrabat, Marcos Alonso, and Nicolas Tagliafico.
Manchester United’s Search for Left-Back Cover
Manchester United are currently in need of left-back cover due to injuries to Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia. They initially held talks with Chelsea regarding a loan deal for Marc Cucurella. However, Chelsea’s demand for a fee of £7 million exceeded United’s budget. As a result, United has turned their attention to Tottenham’s Sergio Reguilon and is exploring the possibility of a loan deal with him instead. Financial constraints suggest that Tottenham may ask for a smaller fee for Reguilon. In addition to Reguilon, United has also reached out to Barcelona’s Marcos Alonso and former Ajax left-back Nicolas Tagliafico. Despite an unsuccessful spell at Atletico Madrid last season, United has maintained an interest in Reguilon for some time. It is worth noting that Reguilon currently sits behind Destiny Udogie and Ben Davies in the Tottenham pecking order.
Difficulties in the Deal for Marc Cucurella
Negotiations for Marc Cucurella have hit a roadblock due to the fee demanded by Chelsea and his cup-tied status. Manchester United had been in talks with the Blues over a loan deal for the left-back, but a fee of £7 million was too high for the Red Devils’ budget.
Additionally, Cucurella’s participation in Tottenham’s Carabao Cup win made him cup-tied, which means he can’t play in the competition again this season. As a result, United must look elsewhere for left-back cover, with Tottenham’s Sergio Reguilon the most likely alternative.
Reguilon has been out of favor since 2022 and his playing time has been limited due to other players ahead of him in the pecking order. United may explore a loan deal for the Spaniard, with a smaller fee than Chelsea’s demand.
The club is also considering Marcos Alonso of Barcelona and former Ajax left-back Nicolas Tagliafico as potential targets.
Sergio Reguilon Emerges as an Alternative
Sergio Reguilon is now reportedly the most likely option to provide cover at left-back for Manchester United. The Spanish defender, currently playing for Tottenham Hotspur, has not appeared in any competitive matches this season and has been out of favor since 2022.
It is believed that United had previously tried to sign Reguilon when Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was in charge. Tottenham is expected to ask for a relatively smaller loan fee compared to the fee demanded by Chelsea for Marc Cucurella, which had been a stumbling block in the deal.
United is also exploring other options, such as Sofyan Amrabat, Marcos Alonso, and Nicolas Tagliafico. Reguilon has been behind Destiny Udogie and Ben Davies in the pecking order at Tottenham, and his playing time has been limited.
United may have found their solution in the Spanish defender, as they continue to search for left-back cover.
Financial Considerations and Other Potential Targets
With financial constraints in mind, Manchester United is exploring a loan deal for Tottenham’s Sergio Reguilon. They have also compiled a shortlist of other left-back targets to make contact with. Tottenham is expected to demand a smaller loan fee for Reguilon, which suits United’s budget. The club is walking a fine line to stay within financial fair play limits and is actively pursuing a deal for Reguilon. At the same time, they are also exploring other options.
United has approached Barcelona’s Marcos Alonso and former Ajax left-back Nicolas Tagliafico as potential targets. Reguilon joined Tottenham after United chose to sign Alex Telles as left-back cover, but he has been hampered by injuries. Currently, he is behind Destiny Udogie and Ben Davies in the pecking order at Tottenham.
United has been interested in Reguilon for some time and tried to sign him three years ago. The focus is on securing a deal for Reguilon and exploring other options.
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