Strikers, as has always been the case, continue to dominate the headlines. Whether they score a last-minute winner, sell more shirts or earn the most cash, stardom has always followed attackers more than defenders.
Manchester United’s transfer rumours do little to dispel that truth. While talk has centred around potential moves for Harry Kane, Victor Osimhen et al, all roads point towards a new centre-back arriving at Old Trafford as well.
Reports have linked the Red Devils to two defenders: Kim Min-jae and Axel Disasi. The former, believed to have a £45million buyout clause, has emerged as a standout performer for Napoli this season.
Min-jae helped Napoli clinch their first Serie A title in over 30 years and made former dominating defender Kalidou Koulibaly a distant memory for the Gli Azzurri faithful. ALSO READ: Where United stand on summer targets Disasi, on the other hand, is a rare highlight in an otherwise underwhelming campaign for Monaco.