Erik ten Hag’s ‘key point’ is to sign a centre-back as soon as possible, according to Fabrizio Romano, a tier-one source.
The Dutchman wants Manchester United ‘to decide on the position’ ahead of the pre-season training camp that starts on June 27.
The Red Devils have been linked with Ajax’s Jurrien Timber although the 20-year-old has reservations about his playing time at Old Trafford.
The development casts doubt on Harry Maguire’s future at Old Trafford with the skipper now in danger of losing the armband and his place in the starting XI.