New Man Utd left-back signing due for medical TODAY with timeframe for debut revealed -Reports

New Man Utd left-back signing due for medical TODAY with timeframe for debut revealed -Reports

Manchester United are all set to get their first signing of the Ruben Amorim era wrapped up after a greatly admired left-back was booked in for his medical on Saturday, according to multiple reports.

Left-back has become an area Man Utd need to strengthen for the long-term after Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia suffered several injuries in recent seasons.

Players like Diogo Dalot have had to play out of position in their absence, so it’s an obvious area to reinforce – especially with how important wing-backs are in Amorim’s system.

And fittingly, the first signing Man Utd make since Amorim replaced Erik ten Hag took charge will be of a left-back – but crucially, it won’t be one they can use immediately.

Various reports in South America have confirmed that Cerro Porteno teenager Diego Leon is travelling to Manchester for a medical on Saturday, along with his agent and a director from his current club.

Man Utd have agreed to pay $5m plus bonuses for Leon, and today is the day for him to be put through his medical tests and check out the club’s facilities.

As he is 17, Leon cannot officially become a Man Utd player until he turns 18 in April, but Versus has confirmed that after he spends the first half of the year with Cerro Porteno, he will be back with the Red Devils in time for pre-season, when he could make his debut in English football.

Only time will tell if Man Utd decide to make a more senior signing for the left-back position before the January transfer window closes.

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While Leon is set to sign as a future prospect for Man Utd, they could consider letting one of their current options go.

Malacia has barely featured over the past couple of seasons, but it seems his talents haven’t been forgotten by some other clubs.

According to reports in Italy, wealthy Serie A side Como are looking into a deal for Malacia after recently being linked with – and quickly ruled out of the race for – Marcus Rashford.

Cesc Fabregas’ side are in the market for a new left-back and are now aiming to win the race for Malacia, who has made just four appearances this season for United.