Erik ten Hag wants to add three new centre-backs to his team.

Manchester United are looking to address their problems at the back with the signing of a new centre-back. With Lisandro Martinez set for another three-month spell on the sidelines with a foot injury, and Raphael Varane’s injury record meaning he cannot be relied on, United boss Erik Ten Hag has drawn up a three-man shortlist.

Harry Maguire almost left the club in the summer and Ten Hag had wanted to sign Benjamin Pavard from Bayern Munich, however, Maguire’s refusal to join West Ham saw the Frenchman join Inter Milan. This means Ten Hag will look to rectify this next summer and is already working on making the ‘important’ acquisition.

Nice’s Jean-Clair Todibo is top of the list. The defender admitted last month that he had interest from United, but he was unsure on a move as he wanted assurances over playing time. Bayer Leverkusen’s Edmond Tapsoba is another target, while Benfica’s Antonio Silva has emerged on the list. Silva has attracted attention from Europe’s elite for his performances with Benfica, earning him comparisons with Ruben Dias.

Manchester United’s current injury woes at the back has seen youngster Willy Kambwala train with the first-team. It remains to be seen which of these three defenders United will bring in, but they will be hoping to make the right move to strengthen their defence.

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