Who is Juanlu Sánchez? Man United eye Olympic gold medallist as £21m transfer 'enquiry' made
manchestereveningnews.co.ukJuanlu Sánchez has reportedly emerged as a target for Manchester United as Erik ten Hag attempts to bolster his options at the back.
The 21-year-old defender has suddenly been linked with a switch to Old Trafford following his impressive performances for Spain at the Olympic Games this summer.
He helped La Roja win a gold medal in Paris, France, defeating the hosts 5-3 after extra-time in the final. Then, over the opening weekend of the new La Liga season, Sánchez scored in Sevilla's 2-2 draw against Las Palmas.
Despite being a right-back, by trade, he's regularly featured in midfield for García Pimienta's side this campaign. So, with that being said, The Manchester Evening News have rounded-up everything that you need to know about the youngster and why Ten Hag reportedly wants to sign him; ALSO READ: United have been told exactly what they want to hear about Eberechi Eze ALSO READ: What Marcus Rashford did during international break to show true colours Sánchez, whose contract at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium expires in June 2026, has featured four times for Sevilla in La Liga this season, scoring one goal.
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