Manchester United very keen on signing £53 million star - Reports 

Manchester United are reportedly keen on signing Denzel Dumfries from Inter Milan in the January transfer window. The Dutch defender is reportedly available for £53 million, but has other clubs interested.

According to a report from Gazzetta dello Sport, Manchester United are keen on signing the right-back after his impressive performances at the FIFA World Cup. He played every minute, bagging one goal and two assists, as the Netherlands went till the quarter-finals before going out on penalties against Argentina.

The report claims there is interest in the full-back from Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur as well.

Dumfries' agent recently spoke about his client's future and said:

"Denzel has played in great World Cups. I think Inter are happy [with him]. Today, he is an Inter player, he has the Nerazzurri colours in his heart. Then we'll see what happens."

The Italian publication claimed that Erik ten Hag is keen on signing a right-back as he wants competition for Diogo Dalot. The Portuguese is also yet to pen a new deal at Manchester United, but has 18 months left on his current deal after the club triggered a one-year extension.

Aaron Wan-Bissaka has had limited chances at the club, but has done well in recent matches when he was thrown into the mix by the Dutch manager.

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Manchester United and Tottenham urged to sign Dutch right-back

Rio Ferdinand has urged Manchester United to sign Dumfries after his impressive performances at the FIFA World Cup. The Red Devils legend believes the full-back is perfect for Erik ten Hag's style.

He told BBC Sport:

"He's a player you look at and think, 'he's athletic and he can beat people one-on-one.' It's not just about being there. It's the quality that goes in. He's not putting those crosses in willy-nilly -- he's picking people out. Those cut-backs have been ever so dangerous. He doesn't mind working at the other end of the pitch. He's been a breath of fresh air for them and a very important player [for the Netherlands]."

William Gallas, on the other hand, urged Tottenham to push for the player and told Genting Casino:

"I don't know why Spurs can't fix their problems at right-wing back. I've watched Denzel Dumfries in the last few Netherlands games and I believe he is one that Tottenham need. Dumfries is very strong, he can defend, he can attack, can get a lot of assists. Spurs are struggling with the left-side of the defence too, Daniel Levy will need to sign a top class player."

Chelsea are said to be keen on signing the former PSV Eindhoven man as they are in the market for a Reece James backup.