Man United Line Up Chelsea Key Defender As Varane Replacement

Trevoh Chalobah, Chelsea’s defender, is reportedly being considered by Manchester United as they look to replace Raphael Varane.

Erik ten Hag had a lot of problems with the Red Devils’ central defensive during the previous campaign due to injury concerns. The news that Varane was leaving the team confirmed the worst, creating a glaring hole in the defensive lineup.

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According to The Independent, United are keen to get Chalobah to replace the French defender. Chelsea are open to negotiating the sale of their central defender as part of their efforts to comply with profit and sustainability regulations by the end of June. They are reportedly seeking a transfer fee of approximately £25 million ($31m), a figure that should be within the reach of the Red Devils.

The goal of INEOS is to enhance the team’s player trade procedures, which in the past have resulted in an overabundance of marginal players on the roster. Signing younger players—ideally those under 25—who match the club’s current pressing demands and have room to grow is currently the main priority. Chalobah, who turns 25 in July, is the kind of player that United is hoping to get since he has the ability to grow under Ten Hag’s tutelage and has showed promise at Chelsea.

After missing the season’s opening stretch due to a thigh injury, Chalobah made 17 appearances for Chelsea. He will, however, have to compete with Lisandro Martinez and Harry Maguire for a position in the centre of defence if he moves to Old Trafford.