German giants ready to ruin Man United’s transfer plans for “the next Jude Bellingham”

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Manchester United completed their midfield revamp over the course of the summer, but it seems INEOS are not too happy with their current contingent.

Carlos Baleba remains injured, while Andrey Santos has not been given too many opportunities. This explains why they want more, with the Red Devils being linked with a move for Borussia Dortmund’s Felix Nmecha as early as January.

Incidentally, United could have landed one more midfielder but a deal for Louis Page failed to materialise on deadline day.

United plan to go back in for the Leicester City wonderkid, but more and more teams are entering the race, making it far from easy.

Borussia Dortmund enter the race for Louis Page

According to TEAMtalk, Dortmund are also eyeing “the next Jude Bellingham” and given their track record with young English talents, the 18-year-old could potentially opt to move to Signal Iduna Park instead.

The 20-time English league champions remain confident that they are in pole position and even sent scouts to watch him recently.

The likes of Manchester City, Liverpool, Everton, Newcastle United and Sunderland are also checking on Louis Page consistently.

“Borussia Dortmund have joined the growing chase for Leicester City wonderkid Louis Page and sent scouts to watch the teenager in action at the weekend, TEAMtalk understands.

United’s job made harder due to the number of teams in the fray

“Page was one of the standout performers as Leicester secured a thrilling 4-3 victory away to Stockport County, creating two goals in an impressive display at Edgeley Park. Manchester United took advantage of Page’s appearance in Greater Manchester, with TEAMtalk confirming that the Old Trafford club had people in attendance to watch the highly-rated youngster.

“United came close to securing a deal for Page during the summer transfer window and remain confident they are in pole position for his signature. The youngster remains a major target for the club, who believe the groundwork done earlier this year puts them in a strong position for when Leicester decide to allow him to leave.

“Dortmund’s interest will come as little surprise given their outstanding reputation for identifying and developing elite young talent, and there is a particularly strong link between the German club and the Bellingham name.

“TEAMtalk can confirm that Manchester City, Liverpool, Everton, Newcastle United and Sunderland were also in attendance at Stockport, with all five clubs continuing to check on Page’s development. That adds to the growing interest surrounding the teenager, who has already attracted attention from Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham.”

INEOS also need to strengthen the backline

Given the increased attention of the England Under-19 international, it remains to be seen if the Foxes hike his asking price.

INEOS also need to focus on upgrading the defence, with United struggling badly so far this season, failing to keep a clean sheet in the Premier League.

Lewis Hall remains the top target, but Newcastle have reportedly agreed a contract extension, which might jeopardise United’s chances.