Manchester United shocks fans by making a surprise offer for a popular World Cup player.

According to recent reports, Manchester United is determined to sign Orlando Gill, the World Cup hero from Paraguay. The team has made a transfer offer to acquire the talented goalkeeper from San Lorenzo. Gill's performance in this year's World Cup has been outstanding, with him playing every minute and making crucial saves to help his team reach the round of 16 before losing to France.

One of Gill's most memorable moments was his heroic penalty-shootout display against Germany, where he denied two players to secure Paraguay's spot in the next round. He also kept clean sheets against Turkey and Australia in Group D and ended the tournament with the most saves of any goalkeeper. Eloy Room from Curacao was the closest to matching Gill's impressive record with 21 saves in three group-stage appearances.

After his exceptional performance in the World Cup, Gill's future has become a topic of intense speculation. In an interview with Argentine publication Ole, Gill revealed that he has received multiple offers to leave San Lorenzo. However, he remains committed to his current club until a concrete offer is presented to him.

The likes of Olympiakos, Aston Villa, Ipswich, and even Manchester United have been linked with an interest in the 6 ft 6 in goalkeeper. According to reports, Gill's agent has confirmed that Manchester United has made a significant offer of $8 million for the player. Although there has been no official proposal from the Red Devils, San Lorenzo is ready to consider the situation should a formal bid be presented.

Gill's current contract with San Lorenzo runs until 2027, and he would join United as a backup to their current number one goalkeeper, Lammens. In other news, Andre Onana, who was previously replaced by Lammens, has rejoined Trabzonspor on a season-long loan after making 40 appearances for the Turkish Super Lig outfit last season. It is also expected that Altay Bayindir will leave United on a permanent transfer, with Besiktas interested in the Turkish international.

Despite not playing a single minute for his country at the World Cup, Bayindir was granted additional time off by United.