BREAKING: Marc Cucurella Signs For Manchester United On Loan?—According to reports, Recent developments have revealed that Manchester United has taken steps to address their left-back situation following Luke Shaw’s injury setback.
The club has reached out to Chelsea in regards to Marc Cucurella, a player currently on their roster. Cucurella’s diminished playing time under the management of Mauricio Pochettino has prompted interest from Manchester United, who see this situation as an opportunity to bolster their squad.
This was made known by reputable football journalist Fabrizio Romano, Manchester United’s contact with Chelsea revolves around the possibility of securing Marc Cucurella on a loan basis. This strategic move would allow Manchester United to address their immediate need for a left-back replacement while also evaluating Cucurella’s potential long-term fit within the club.
He wrote:
EXCL: Manchester United made contact with Chelsea to ask about conditions of Marc Cucurella deal on potential loan — no bid or concrete talks yet
United looking for LB opportunity but not too expensive — there are three candidates in the list. No decision made yet.
EXCL: Manchester United made contact with Chelsea to ask about conditions of Marc Cucurella deal on potential loan — no bid or concrete talks yet 🚨🔴🇪🇸
United looking for LB opportunity but not too expensive — there are three candidates in the list. No decision made yet. pic.twitter.com/KLR9RwW5Q1
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 26, 2023
In the ongoing season, Marc Cucurella has found himself on the fringes of Chelsea’s starting lineup, with players like Levi Colwill and Ben Chilwell being preferred in the left-back role. Manchester United is optimistic that Cucurella’s limited playing opportunities at Chelsea could work in their favour, providing him with a chance to showcase his skills and contribute significantly on the pitch.