There were high hopes earlier on in the season that Manchester United had been able to solve their problems at the back by signing Raphael Varane from Real Madrid in the summer. One of the most decorated players of his generation who had won the World Cup as well as multiple Champions League titles, many believed that the French defender would come in and turn the Red Devils’ struggling defence into one of the best in the Premier League.
Till now, that has not been the case as Manchester United have continued to underwhelm in defence. On the other hand, Varane has had his problems as well.
The French centre-back has struggled with injury issues and appears to be lacking form at the moment as well. On the other hand, questions have been asked about the performances of players like Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw and Aaron Wan-Bissaka at the same time while the futures of Eric Bailly and Phil Jones are up in the air.
Thus, Manchester United could definitely do with another defender, especially a centre-back, and Bayern Munich’s Niklas Sule is definitely someone that they must consider.
Manchester United should try to sign Bayern Munich’s Sule
While Sule has continued to remain an important part of Bayern Munich’s team, it looks like he will be leaving the club at the end of the season when his current deal runs out.
It is believed that Bayern Munich wanted to extend his contract but ultimately, an extension was not agreed and Sule is set to leave the Bundesliga giants as a free agent in a few months.
Thus, someone like Sule, especially as a free agent, could be a brilliant signing for Manchester United. According to stats from Transfermarkt, he has made 25 appearances for Bayern Munich this season. Clubs like Barcelona and Chelsea are also believed to be interested though.