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£65 Million ‘World-Class’ Manchester United Target Appears to Say Goodbye to Fans – He’d Solve Ten Hag’s Problems

According to a report from A Bola, FC Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa was seemingly “saying goodbye” to FC Porto fans after the end of their final home game of the season against Vitoria de Guimaraes. Manchester United are reportedly interested in the Portuguese international.

Manchester United Target Diogo Costa Appears to Say Goodbye After Final Home Game

A Vital Summer for Manchester United

This upcoming transfer window is shaping up to be a vital one for Erik ten Hag’s men as the club prepare for Champions League football next season. Ten Hag was busy last summer bringing in the likes of Lisandro Martinez, Christian Eriksen and Casemiro to Old TraffordThis summer looks like being equally busy, with United already being linked to Mason Mount – with reports the deal will be done.

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Manchester United fans have been critical of goalkeeper David de Gea this season, especially after his error against West Ham United. Roy Keane also recently said on Sky Sports about De Gea. “I’d move him on quickly. He wouldn’t be for me, he’s not going to get Manchester United back winning trophies, absolutely not.”

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Goalkeeper Appears a Priority Area for Erik ten Hag to Improve

Costa has enjoyed an impressive season at FC Porto, despite the club losing out to Benfica in the Primeira Liga title race. Manchester United full-back Diogo Dalot has recently described the Portuguese goalkeeper as a future “world-class” goalkeeper. He kept an impressive 20 clean sheets in 41 games in all competitions.

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According to a report from the Express, Manchester United are prepared to activate the £65 million release clause in the contract of the Porto star, with the United boss keen to strengthen his goalkeeping department. Costa possesses outstanding distribution – which will undoubtedly appeal to Ten Hag, who likes his teams to play out from the back. He is also more than adept at coming off his line to take crosses out and dominate his area. Costa is also a talented shot-stopper, making him a great all-round choice for United.

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