Manchester United have reportedly identified versatile RB Leipzig defender Nordi Mukiele as a potential signing during next summer’s transfer window.
The 23-year-old has made 115 appearances for his German side since arriving from Montpellier in 2018. He has contributed nine goals and seven assists during that time.
Mukiele, who play right-back, centre-back in a three-man defence and in midfield, has made an impressive start to the new campaign. He already has a goal and an assist to his name in seven appearances in all competitions.
The talented defender’s current deal with Leipzig is due to expire in June 2023. However, there are reports that he is stalling on penning a new contract.
According to Fichajes, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants Mukiele as competition for Aaron Wan-Bissaka at right-back. The duo are considered very similar in the way they play, although the former is a touch more versatile.
Mukiele also made his senior France debut against Finland earlier this month and is being tipped to have a big future at club and international level.