Jose Mourinho plotting to bring 29-year-old Manchester United star to Fenerbahce

Jose Mourinho plotting to bring 29-year-old Manchester United star to Fenerbahce

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 14:24 - 16.06.2024

New Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho has identified Manchester United's star as a potential signing for next season.

Mourinho's arrival at Turkish club Fenerbahce came with serious fanfare, and there is no doubt his progress in Turkey will be followed keenly.

The former Chelsea boss is working to improve his team via the transfer window, and one area of particular concern is central defence.

Lindelof to join Mourinho at Fenerbahce?

According to Fotomac, Mourinho has identified Manchester United defender Victor Lindelof as the solution.

Victor Lindelof has been given time off by Manchester United after a break in at his family home

Lindelof, 29, was brought to Old Trafford back in 2017 by Mourinho, who spent two years at the helm before being sacked.

According to the report, the Sweden international is eager to reunite with Jose Mourinho and is seeking a fresh start given his current situation under Erik ten Hag.

Lindelof has fallen down the pecking order, trailing Lisandro Martinez and Harry Maguire in the defensive hierarchy.

Meanwhile, the Red Devils are actively seeking to bolster their defense, with Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite emerging as a top priority target. for INEOS this summer.

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