Incoming Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is set to move to plan B as the club identify a fresh defensive target ahead of the summer transfer window.
The Dutchman is set to take the reins at Old Trafford this summer ready to undertake a dramatic overhaul of the club's playing squad to help get United back among Europe's elite. Reports had suggested Ten Hag was keen to bring in his former Ajax player Matthijs de Ligt – but with the Dutch defender now set to stay at Juventus the Red Devils could target Eintracht Frankfurt's Evan Ndicka.
It comes as Eric Bailly has reportedly received several offers ahead of his Old Trafford exit. And Erik ten Hag has revealed his target for his first season in charge at Manchester United.