Amidst the winter transfer window buzz, reports from The Sun suggest that Inter Milan has set their sights on Manchester United’s right-back, Aaron Wan-Bissaka. In an intriguing twist, Inter is allegedly willing to offer a swap deal involving their own right-back, Denzel Dumfries, to secure the services of the English defender.
Denzel Dumfries, known for his proficiency in creating chances from deep positions and contributing defensively, seems doesn’t seems to be the right back for Erik ten Hag. With only 18 months left on Dumfries’ contract with Inter, and a similar contract situation with Wan-Bissaka at Old Trafford, the stage seems set for potential negotiations.
The Sun article outlines Inter Milan’s desire to bring Wan-Bissaka to the San Siro and their openness to utilizing Dumfries as part of the deal. Despite Dumfries’ reported wage demands, said to exceed £35,000-a-week, Inter seems determined to make the swap a reality.
The contractual stand-off has created an opportunity for a transfer, with United actively seeking a right-back since the arrival of manager Ten Hag last summer. Diogo Dalot currently holds the position, with competition from Wan-Bissaka, making the potential swap a strategic move for both clubs.
However, it is also reported that Erik Ten Hag has ordered Manchester United not to go through with the swap deal, it seems the dutch manager is having a rethink and wants to keep Wan Bissaka or he probably does not fancy Dumfries.
The Evening Standard reports that Manchester United might be parting ways with Jadon Sancho and Antony during this transfer window. Sancho, currently on loan at Borussia Dortmund, is expected to make a permanent exit next summer. Antony, facing an uncertain future at Old Trafford, is also on the transfer list.
Both players are reportedly available for £50 million each, indicating a willingness from United to entertain offers. Antony, signed by Ten Hag just 12 months after Sancho’s arrival for a hefty £72.9 million from Dortmund in 2021, represents an intriguing subplot in United’s transfer dealings.
As the January transfer window unfolds, the football world watches with anticipation to see if Manchester United will make strategic moves to reshape their squad under the directives of manager Erik ten Hag.