Manchester United eye Premier League goalkeeper as David de Gea replacement - Reports
Manchester United are reportedly preparing to secure the future of their goalkeeping department by lining up a potential replacement for their current number one, David de Gea, as per The Sun.
Man Utd line up transfer bid for Leeds keeper Meslier with De Gea future unclear thesun.co.uk/sport/21434957…
Despite attempts to retain the Spanish goalkeeper by offering him a lucrative deal worth £250,000-a-week, the club is looking at Leeds United's French goalstopper Illan Meslier as a long-term solution between the posts. Meslier has been impressive in the Premier League this season, and his performances have caught the attention of United's board.
According to sources, United are keen to keep De Gea, who is 32 years old, at Old Trafford for the time being but are unwilling to meet his current salary demands of £375,000-a-week. Instead, the club is working towards a compromise figure that will keep the goalkeeper on their books for the next few years. The Spanish international has played over 520 games for the Red Devils across different tournaments since arriving in 2011 from Atletico Madrid.
In the meantime, the club is said to be looking at Leeds United's French goalkeeper Meslier as a potential replacement for De Gea. United are prepared to wait until a starting place is available to offer Meslier a contract, and they may have to move quickly if the 22-year-old is sold should Leeds United drop out of the Premier League.
Manchester United are looking at Leeds’ Illan Meslier as David de Gea's long-term replacement. [@reluctantnicko] https://t.co/o0dR79tSQD
The future of Dean Henderson, who is currently on loan at Nottingham Forest, also remains uncertain. United are believed to be considering selling Henderson to provide him with more playing time, but this could leave them with a gap in their goalkeeping department.
As the Premier League title race heats up, Manchester United will look to find a goalkeeper who can provide stability in the long-term. While De Gea has been a consistent performer over the years, his age and salary demands make it necessary for United to look to the future.
The Spanish international has also been criticized for his ball distribution capabilities.
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