Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing Castello Lukeba.
According to RMC Sport, the French defender has reportedly extended his contract with Leipzig, which will keep him at the club until 2029.
The former Olympique Lyonnais centre-back is attracting interest from several major European clubs.
Real Madrid are expected to move for Lukeba this winter, but United and Liverpool have kept tabs on the 20-year-old for months.
Lukeba is renowned for his pace, composure on the ball, and ability to read the game—qualities that would suit United’s defensive line perfectly.
His versatility in both central and left-sided defence makes him an attractive option.
Leipzig are preparing for an intense battle to retain their promising young defender, with multiple clubs likely to vie for his signature in the upcoming transfer windows.
United and Liverpool are expected to be in the race next summer when Lukeba’s stock could rise further, depending on his performances in the Bundesliga and internationally.
United will likely need to offload a centre-back or two if they are serious about pursuing Lukeba.
TenHag has invested heavily in the defensive line with marquee signings like Lisandro Martínez and Matthijs de Ligt.
Additionally, the club faces decisions regarding the futures of Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelöf, both of whom could be on their way out as the club reshuffles its defensive options.
In a recent article, we highlighted United’s interest in another promising centre-back, Antonio Silva.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding the managerial situation, both Lukeba and Silva would be high-quality additions for the future.
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