Manchester United 'take pole position' in Axel Disasi race and more transfer rumours
manchestereveningnews.co.ukManchester United are leading the race to sign Monaco defender Axel Disasi this summer, according to reports. United are expected to be in the market for a new centre-back, with the futures of Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof uncertain.
The pair have fallen out of favour under Erik ten Hag and could eye a move away as they search for more regular football. Several clubs from across Europe are interested in Disasi, who has enjoyed an outstanding season in Ligue 1 with Monaco pushing for Champions League football.
The 25-year-old has been ever-present at the back and also featured three times for France during the World Cup. ALSO READ: Jude Bellingham's 'transfer preference' deals blow to United United, Chelsea and Manchester City have all sent scouts to watch the Frenchman, with Football Insider reporting that the Reds are in 'pole position' for his signature.
Disasi will have two years remaining on his contract come summer, and the report adds that Monaco could look to cash in before their star's value starts to diminish.
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