Manchester United Learn Newcastle's Price for Shaw's Heir
Manchester United scramble for Lewis Hall's signature United are bracing themselves for a tough battle with Europe’s elite to secure Lewis Hall’s signing this summer. The 21-year-old Denmark international has established himself as one of the finest fullbacks in Europe at St James’ Park, making him a prime target for the Red Devils. The current situation at Newcastle United makes it hard for them to let go of their prized asset, and with players like Bruno Guimaraes, Sandro Tonali, and Anthony Gordon being linked with exits this summer, it’s clear that they’re not keen on losing one of their best.
But the economic pressures off the pitch are making things difficult for them, leading to speculation about big-money departures at the end of the season. United could be joined in this red-hot race by elite clubs both inside and outside England, with Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester City set to rival them. The Portuguese giants FC Barcelona and Real Madrid are also tracking Hall’s progress across the continent – a testament to just how highly regarded the Cobham graduate is.
If an opening offer in the region of £50m quickly climbs to the £60-65m mark, it would still prove an astute signing for United in a position which has the potential to destabilise them next season. They must move quickly before Hall’s profile makes him too valuable, and his involvement with England at the World Cup could drive up his price even higher.
United bracing for battle, as they look to secure Lewis Hall’s signature this summer Lewis Hall: Man Utd brace for a tough fight against Europe’s elite to land Luke Shaw’s replacement. Fixing the fullbacks Despite starting all 32 Premier League matches this season, Shaw's injury history means that the 30-year-old Englishman cannot be relied upon to play every week next year. The reduced schedule, due to a lack of European football and dismal runs in domestic cups, will be ramped up as United look likely to secure a return to the Champions League after yesterday’s shock defeat to Leeds at Old Trafford.
Patrick Dorgu, who was signed with the intention of being a wing-back last year, is yet to be consistently trialled as a traditional left-back in a red shirt. The 21-year-old Denmark international played there for his previous club, Lecce, but it remains a question mark whether he can provide competition to Shaw in this deeper role. As such, United are understood to be exploring options on the left-hand side of defence – with Hall emerging as a primary target.