Manchester United rival Liverpool for the 22-year-old Portugal defender

Manchester United are looking for new centre-backs, but it remains to be seen how many will be brought in to strengthen the defence.

One player who has been heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford in the past is Sporting Lisbon defender Goncalo Inacio.

Inacio was part of a title-winning campaign under Ruben Amorim, with the team missing out on the double after losing the Taca de Portugal final against FC Porto.

The Reds need to strengthen their centre-back options this summer, especially with Raphael Varane set to leave the club this month when his contract expires. Inacio has once again become a target, with the Portuguese press running stories about a potential move to Old Trafford.

According to O Jogo, United are “targeting” a move for Inacio ahead of this summer’s transfer window.

The 22-year-old has made 49 appearances for Sporting this season, scoring four goals and showing that availability is one of his strengths.

Inacio will represent Portugal at Euro 2024 and we will all have the chance to follow him closer. A good tournament will undoubtedly lead to a flurry of speculation.

Manchester United will compete with rivals for the transfer of Inacio

Furthermore, Fabrizio Romano provided an update on Inacio’s future.

The Italian reporter claims United and Liverpool could go head-to-head for Inacio’s signature this summer.

“Goncalo Inacio is being scouted and monitored by Liverpool and Manchester United. These two clubs are interested. Let’s see if they decide to start proper negotiations but the interest is there, the release clause is there and so Goncalo Inacio could be a really interesting situation ahead of the summer transfer window with many clubs in Europe looking for the centre-back clumsy. -back,” Romano said on his YouTube channel.

“We know Liverpool and Manchester United could be in the running for Goncalo Inacio this summer, so keep a close eye on him.”

Does Inacio need United?

United need more centre-back options renowned for getting the ball forward and launching attacks. A right foot for Raphael Varane and a left foot to provide support for Lisandro Martinez.

Inacio is a defender who excels on the ball and is dominant in the air. A player that I believe will not lack interest this summer.

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