Manchester United are reportedly keen on a move for Paris Saint-Germain left-back Nuno Mendes.
The Portugal international is one of the few names on United’s radar at the moment, with new manager Rúben Amorim looking to strengthen this area of the squad.
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Mendes has impressed at PSG and the Ligue 1 giants are keen to sign him to a new contract as his current contract expires in the summer of 2026.
As seen below, Florian Plettenberg provided the latest details on Mendes’ future on his official X account, noting that the 22-year-old also shares an agent with Red Devils boss Amorim …
??Manchester United still interested in Nuno #mendes As our show revealed three weeks ago?
??PSG wants to extend Mendes’ contract beyond 2026, but I’m told there are no plans to sign him anytime soon as there are a number of top suitors… pic.twitter.com/EBKb9yyWpB
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) December 18, 2024
Mendes is certainly an exciting option for United, giving them a clear boost over the likes of Luke Shaw, who has struggled with fitness and form for some time.
Nuno Mendes transfer: An ideal option for Manchester United?
Manchester United fans all have their own ideas on who the best left-back signings are, and it’s worth noting that Plettenberg also mentioned Alphonso Davies and Theo Hernandez as two of the best left-back signings. Exciting genius.
Nonetheless, Mendes looks likely to be the best fit for Amorim’s style of football, as his attacking prowess means he could thrive at left-back under the United boss.
Mendes’ contract situation could also mean he could join for a reduced fee in the coming months, as PSG don’t want to risk losing him after a year and a half.
Manchester United are going through a difficult season, although Amorim’s side managed a surprise 2-1 win away at rivals Manchester City in the Manchester derby at the weekend, so there will certainly be big efforts to change the side soon.
Amorim has inherited a difficult situation at Old Trafford and would certainly welcome a signing like Mendes to fit into his system.
