€10m target tracked in France as Man Utd send scouts for left-back options
Manchester United have sent scouts to watch Rennes left-back Mahamadou Nagida ahead of the January transfer window. United are exploring options to reinforce the left side of their defence due to ongoing uncertainty around Luke Shaw. Nagida carries a market valuation of €10 million, though his long-term deal in France runs through to 2029.
Operating primarily as a left-back, Nagida has emerged as a transfer target for Premier League recruitment teams looking across Ligue 1. The defender plays on the left flank, providing width and defensive coverage for Rennes.
Mahamadou Nagida
playerDefensive duties and pitch coverage at Old Trafford
Nagida provides a natural left-footed option for the back line. His positioning allows him to stay wide, supporting attack phases while remaining responsible for tracking opposing wingers.
Squad options and left-back rotation
Securing a new defender would add immediate competition for minutes on the left side of defence. With Luke Shaw’s availability continuing to cause selection dilemmas, bringing in Nagida would give United an extra senior option for matchday squads.
Manchester United
club€10m valuation meets long-term French contract
Rennes have Nagida under contract until 2029, which gives the French side a strong position in any mid-season talks. United would need to meet the €10 million valuation to open official negotiations when the January window opens. Reports.