Manchester United target RB Leipzig defender

Manchester United are targeting a move for French defender Castello Lukeba from RB Leipzig as the club looks to rebuild its defense in the upcoming period.

CaughtOffside reports that Castello Lukeba has become a serious target for Manchester United, following the impressive development he has shown since joining RB Leipzig in the summer of 2023.

Manchester United are monitoring several players from the German club, but Lukeba is receiving special attention from the English club after having played over 100 matches with the first team. He possesses defensive abilities that match the needs of the Red Devils, particularly in dealing with aerial balls, reading danger, and making defensive interventions.

The report indicated that Manchester United may have to pay between €60 million and €65 million to secure the services of the French defender, given the difficulty of signing young defenders from rival clubs in the Premier League.

Manchester United are interested in Castello Lukeba amid uncertainty surrounding the futures of Lisandro Martínez, Harry Maguire, and Matthijs de Ligt. The report suggests that the French defender has the potential to become a standout player in the future.