Ruben Amorim and Patrick Dorgu (Photo by Stu Forster, Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Images)
Manchester United could face a potential setback in completing the transfer of Lecce left-back Patrick Dorgu.
The Denmark international is a target for Man Utd and wants the move to Old Trafford, as Fabrizio Romano told us about it Daily briefing yesterday, but they’re not the only club interested.
Sources have informed Caught offside that Napoli have joined the race to sign Dorgu, with the Italian giants having contacted their Serie A counterparts Lecce to begin discussions about the possibility of a deal.
Dorgu is understood to be flattered by Napoli’s interest but will also want to listen to United’s proposal, with guaranteeing regular playing time likely to be crucial for the 20-year-old.
Manchester United faces competition for the transfer of Patrick Dorgu
As well as Napoli, who appear to be United’s biggest threat at the moment, there are also numerous other top clubs in England and Europe who are big admirers of Dorgu.
The talented young left-back has also recently been monitored by Chelsea, Tottenham, Crystal Palace, Juventus, Atalanta, Bayer Leverkusen and RB Leipzig. Caught offside understands.
There may be no reason to panic for United, who have done a good job on this deal, but the threat from Napoli could be a topic to keep an eye on in the coming days.
Antonio Conte’s side have money to spend following the sale of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to Paris Saint-Germain, so that could be an important factor to consider.
In contrast, MUFC has some financial problems and may need to sell before it can buy, with even big names like Alejandro Garnacho expected to be available at the right price.
If a move doesn’t work out for Dorgu, Caught offside It has also been said that the Wolves are left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri is another option United have looked at.
