Man Utd add former Rangnick recommendation to transfer shortlist

James Shearman

• Updated: 4 Apr 2024 16:41 BST
• 3 min read

Manchester United have reportedly added Wolves captain Max Kilman to their transfer shortlist.

The Red Devils are in need of defensive reinforcements this summer as many of their existing players are injury prone.

Lisandro Martinez, Raphael Varane and Victor Lindelof have all spent long periods on the sidelines in their respective United careers.

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Meanwhile, Harry Maguire is finally expected to leave at the end of the season, as he is clearly not up to the standard that manager Erik ten Hag desires.

Kilman is now among the contenders to replace him at Old Trafford, according to talkSPORT.

The 26-year-old, who was one of former manager Ralf Rangnick's recommendations, has made over 100 Premier League appearances.

And, having represented England in futsal as a youngster, he boasts the ball-playing ability that Ten Hag is looking for.

He is undoubtedly a quality player, but whether he is ready to make the step up to Man Utd remains unknown.

Man Utd's Kilman alternatives

Kilman is one of several central defenders to be linked with a move to United in the upcoming transfer window.

Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite appears to be at the top of the pecking order, having impressed in Sean Dyche's struggling side this season.

He was called up for Gareth Southgate's latest England squad and would fit United's proposed new strategy of signing the best young English talent.

Elsewhere in the Premier League, Fulham's Tosin Adarabioyo, who came through Manchester City's academy, will be available on a free transfer.

Meanwhile, Benfica wonderkid Antonio Silva and Atalanta prospect Giorgio Scalvini are also thought to be in contention.