Man Utd interested in signing Ben Chilwell from Chelsea in January
manchester united face some serious issues at left-back as Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia face ongoing fitness issues. Neither has made a single appearance so far this season, while the latter was the last Red Devils player during the 2022/23 season, more than a year ago.
Diogo Dalot has played an unconventional role and, to the Portuguese's credit, has executed it well on most occasions. However, Man Utd are prepared to dive into the transfer market in January to ease the pressure on Dalot's shoulders and according to Football Transfers (citing caught offside)have shortlisted Ben Chilwell as a target.
The Englishman tops United's wish list, according to the report, while Chelsea They are also ready to part with him in winter. Chilwell has been excluded from Enzo Maresca's plans and Marc Cucurella has taken priority over him, resulting in the former Leicester City star being largely on the periphery since the summer.
chilwell's rating on Transfermarkt It amounts to approximately £18 million, a figure that all parties involved could negotiate given Chelsea's desire to offload his salary as well. United can certainly afford to take on such an expense, especially for a player of very high quality and possibly a better option than their two left-backs.
Chilwell would be the first option at Man United
It wouldn't take long for Ben Chilwell to usurp Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia's limelight at Old Trafford, especially given his work rate. The 27-year-old is the epitome of a modern full-back, who can contribute on both sides of the pitch in equal measure while also having an eye for goal from time to time.
Yeah Erik ten Hag is fired and Thomas Tuchel replaces him, Chilwell will also receive a new life in the best years of his career. He was a key figure during the German's time at Chelsea, being particularly important in their triumphant champions league campaign in 2021.
Shaw and Malacia still have the best part of three months to prove themselves against Manchester United, both from a physical and fitness point of view. However, if the duo fail to make a good impression in the time between now and the winter transfer window, Chilwell could be bought and immediately earn a main place in Man Utd's starting XI.
