Manchester United are reportedly planning to make an attempt to sign Stade Rennais duo Jeremy Jacquet and Mohamed Kader Meite, according to a recent report.
The Red Devils currently have Harry Maguire, Lisandro Martínez, Leny Yoro, Ayden Heaven and Matthijs de Ligt as central defender options.
However, Martínez has been out injured since the start of this year, while Maguire’s existing contract expires at the end of this season, meaning his future at Old Trafford is not assured. On the other hand, Heaven is still young and needs time to develop.
Ruben Amorim has deployed Luke Shaw and Noussair Mazraoui at center back in his favored back three system. However, neither is a specialized CB.
On the other hand, United also have problems in the striker position, despite the purchase of Benjamin Sesko last summer. He has suffered a knee injury after starting life slowly in the Premier League. Joshua Zirkzee, meanwhile, is said to be looking to leave in January after struggling to find regular playing time so far this season.
According to a recent report (via TEAMtalk), Man Utd are considering strengthening their centre-back and striker positions next year and have identified Jacquet and Meite as serious options.
Jacquet & Meite to Man Utd
The Red Devils kept an eye on the duo ahead of a potential attack and sent scouts to watch them in action for Rennes against Paris FC just before the international break.
Jacquet has established himself as a regular starter for the French club, but Meite plays as a rotation option. The defender was even on Arsenal’s radar last summer before they decided to sign Cristhian Mosquera and Piero Hincapié.
Jacquet, 1.80 meters tall, is a 20-year-old right-footed central defender. He is fast, technically sound, can play threading passes between the lines, is good in the air and also reads the game well.
On the other hand, Meite, who is 6 feet tall, is an 18-year-old striker. In just five Ligue 1 starts so far this season, he has scored twice and registered the same number of assists.
Both Meite and Jacquet are extremely talented players and have the potential to reach the top. Therefore, they would be great signings for Man Utd if they ultimately manage to secure their services next year.
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