A Netherlands International Is Reportedly Considering A Move To Manchester United.

Reports suggest that Manchester United have received a boost regarding their upcoming transfer activities in the summer window. With Sir Jim Ratcliffe now a minority owner and leading football operations, United are anticipated to be active in the market starting from next month.

The extent of funds available to them could hinge on their performance in the final seven days of the season, with matches against Arsenal, Manchester United, and Brighton & Hove Albion looming. Achieving positive results in these fixtures may determine their qualification for European competition through the Premier League, although winning the FA Cup remains a viable alternative route.

Presently, it seems probable that Erik ten Hag will be relieved of his duties as head coach due to United’s lack of progress under his leadership.

Man United given encouragement in move for Dumfries

Nevertheless, the suggestion is that they will benefit in the race for a Dutch compatriot if he is to remain at the helm for a third campaign.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Denzel Dumfries is not as likely to extend his contract with Inter Milan as was perceived in the past.

The report suggests that contract negotiations have currently stalled, increasing the chances of a departure from San Siro before the start of 2024-25.

Dumfries’s contract is due to expire in 2025 and the Italian giants are against risking the possibility of losing one of their most prized assets on a free transfer.

How has Dumfries performed at Inter?

When Inter won the race to sign the PSV Eindhoven man in 2021, it was felt that they had pulled off somewhat of a coup given the interest that was present from Premier League clubs.

Since then, Dumfries has delivered 10 goals and 20 assists from 130 appearances in a team that have won this season’s Serie A title and reached the 2022-23 Champions League final.

While the right-sided defender, who can also play at wing-back, has recently turned 28 years of age, he will have plenty of admirers should it emerge that he could leave Inter.

From United’s perspective, their recruitment team may deem that his age counts against him, plus it has been suggested that current right-back incumbent Diogo Dalot is one of a small selection of players who are not available for transfer.

Although a transfer fee has not been suggested, Dumfries has been valued in the region of £35m in the past, although that is an asking price that would likely be reduced if he enters the final 12 months of his contract.