Daniel Svensson: Man United eye shock raid for Dortmund defender

Daniel Svensson: Man United eye shock raid for Dortmund defender Manchester United are interested in signing Borussia Dortmund defender Daniel Svensson, according to a new report. Swedish Army Knife Svensson has enjoyed a breakout season at Signal Iduna Park after signing for Die Schwarzgelben on a permanent deal last year. The Sweden international initially joined on loan from FC Nordsjælland in February 2025, with Dortmund chiefs impressed enough to then activate the £6.

5 million buy-option the following summer. The 24-year-old left-back, who is capable of playing on both sides or in midfield, has made 44 appearances this season, emerging as a key player in Nico Kovac’s side. This positional versatility and tactical awareness make him an invaluable tool in a manager’s arsenal, while a report in Germany indicates his physicality and speed have put a number of clubs in England on red alert.

Arsenal, Liverpool and Leeds United have been most strongly linked with a swoop this summer, but TEAMtalk reveals the Red Devils are also keeping close tabs on the flying full-back. Liverpool, in particular, are said to be keen as they look to reinforce their defence after a shambolic season at Anfield, giving United extra motivation to strike a deal ahead of their bitter rivals. United dispatch scouts United are understood to have dispatched scouts to attend Dortmund games on multiple occasions this season, with Svensson a target in their crosshairs.

The report states that Jobe Bellingham, Nico Schlotterbeck and Karim Adeyemi are also under consideration. INEOS are intent on signing a new left-back to provide competition to Luke Shaw , as Patrick Dorgu will remain in his new role on the wing next season . Despite Shaw ‘s awful injury record, the Englishman has stayed fit this year and managed to start every Premier League match.