Manchester United are inquiring about Chelsea’s Marc Cucurella as a potential replacement for Luke Shaw who is currently injured, as reported by Fabrizio Romano on his YouTube channel.
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Manchester United Have Contacted Chelsea regarding Marc Cucurella
Red Devils Looking for Luke Shaw Replacement
While there hasn’t been an advanced negotiation from the Manchester-based club for Marc Cucurella just yet, the Red Devils have made direct contact with Chelsea to inquire about the conditions of a possible loan deal.
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With this, Chelsea have confirmed that they are open to allowing Marc Cucurella to leave the club on loan, subject to conditions related to the loan fee and salary coverage, among others, which will be discussed with the club.
Romano had claimed that the move is not ‘that easy’ to finalise, as there’s a lot to discuss for the loan. This includes the duration of the loan and the amount the Blues would seek for the defender. Meanwhile, Manchester United would also need to have internal discussions regarding how much they are willing to invest in the left-back position.
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Left-Side Challenges for Manchester United
The Red Devils are aiming to acquire a left-back on loan without having to spend extensively. This comes in light of Luke Shaw’s muscle injury, which may keep him sidelined for multiple weeks, as revealed by manager Erik ten Hag before their game against Nottingham Forest.
United are currently grappling with defensive problems on their left side, compounded by Tyrell Malacia’s injury and Brandon Williams’ loan to the Championship team Ipswich. Consequently, the club finds itself with only limited options for the left-back position.
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Other Players That Have Been Shortlisted
With the transfer window set to close in just a few days, Marc Cucurella, while remaining the top target, isn’t the sole option for Manchester United. The club has also included Sergio Reguilon in their shortlist, given that his deal with Real Sociedad fell through. Additionally, there’s the possibility of pursuing Marcos Alonso from Barcelona. The Red Devils have initiated contact with the Catalan side solely to inquire about the defender’s price.
Romano has also hinted at the presence of “one more candidate,” though he has yet to disclose the name. At this juncture, it rests with Manchester United to determine a fee for Cucurella and move forward with their official offer for the defender.
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