Manchester United 'pursuing' Barcelona defender and more transfer rumours

Manchester United are 'among the candidates' pursuing the signature of Barcelona centre-back Andreas Christensen with a view to landing him in the summer.

That is according to a report by Spanish news outlet SPORT, which claims United, who face Wigan Athletic in the FA Cup third round on Monday night, are 'very interested' in the Dane. Signing a new centre-back at some point this calendar year is expected to be a leading objective for the Reds.

Uncertainty currently surrounds the future of Raphael Varane, likewise Victor Lindelof and Jonny Evans. Harry Maguire, despite his resurgence this term, may also be under threat of leaving Old Trafford at some point in the not too distant future.

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Christensen, 27, joined Barcelona from Chelsea on a free transfer in the summer of 2022 and made 32 appearances in his debut season at the Spanish club. He has played 19 times in all competitions so far this term.

It is reported that Barcelona need to try and raise funds through player sales and that sporting director Deco has met with Christensen's camp to verify that he has a 'lot of interest' on the market. Christensen, who is also said to be attracting interest from Newcastle United, spent eight years at Chelsea racking up 161 appearances. He also won five major honours during his time at Stamford Bridge.

Meanwhile, United have been 'offered the chance' to sign Bayern Munich forward Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting this month, according to a report by Football Insider which claims 'preliminary talks' have been held between the two clubs.

If United are to strengthen their armoury