Luke Shaw is almost constantly injured, Tyrell Malacia is only returning after an injury and is still far from the required level, while Diogo Dalot – who was forced to play on the left flank – is much more suitable for the right wing. Hence, the left wing-back is the position in which Man United need reinforcement most urgently.Ruben Amorim has allegedly found his alternative, as Paris Saint-Germain’s Nuno Mendes, who has previously played at Sporting Lisbon under Man United’s gaffer, is the tactician’s primary January Transfer Window wish. Yet, the eventual deal is still a long shot.🚨 Manchester United’s main left wing-back target is Nuno Mendes. PSG want to extend his contract but may be willing to sell him if he is reluctant to re-sign. #MUFC [@ChrisWheelerDM] pic.twitter.com/sdpd6f1VfD— mufcmpb (@mufcMPB) December 31, 2024 The Portuguese defender is of key importance to the Saints, as they were on the verge of extending his contract, but the negotiations eventually broke down due to the player’s agent’s high demands. Although the Parisians want to keep Mendes – whose deal expires in 2026 – they would also be willing to let him go if they do not agree on the extension.Amorim eyeing two Serie A reinforcements in January Transfer WindowUnited’s problems are the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) and the general lack of funds, meaning that the Red Devils would have to sell in order to have money to spend. Casemiro, Marcus Rashford, and Antony are those from whose transfers United expect to earn, but until their departures happen, they are “broke.” A loan deal could represent a decent solution, though it’s not clear whether the French side would be in for such an agreement.ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE – MATCHDAY 19Sunday Leicester – Man.City 0-2 (0-1)/Savinho 21, Haaland 74/Crystal Palace – Southampton 2-1 (1-1)/Chalobah 31, Eze 52 – Dibling 15/Everton – Nott.Forest 0-2 (0-1)/Wood 15, Gibbs-White 61/Fulham – Bournemouth 2-2 (1-0)/Jimenez 40, Wilson 72 – Evanilson 51, Outtara 89/Tottenham – Wolverhampton 2-2 (2-1)/Bentancur 12, Johnson 45+3 – Hwang 7, Larsen 87/West Ham – Liverpool 0-5 (0-3)/Diaz 30, Gakpo 40, Salah 44, Alexander-Arnold 54, Jota 84/Monday Aston Villa – Brighton 2-2 (1-1)/Watkins 36 pen, Rogers 47 – Adingra 12, Lamptey 81/Ipswich – Chelsea 2-0 (1-0)/Delap 12 pen, Hutchinson 53/Man Utd – Newcastle 0-2 (0-2)/Isak 4, Joelinton 19/Wednesday20.30: (7.00) Brentford (4.50) Arsenal (1.45)***odds are subject to change***
