Manchester United have been handed a significant boost in their pursuit of Manuel Akanji as the defender continues to reject Borussia Dortmund 's contract offers.
Despite recruiting Raphael Varane from Real Madrid last summer, United have been linked with adding a defender to their ranks as Harry Maguire 's position continues to come under threat. The current Red Devils captain has endured a disappointing season in which he has found himself constantly in the headlines.
Weeks after allegedly being embroiled in a tug-of-war with Cristiano Ronaldo over the club's captaincy, reports emerged claiming some of the United squad were privately questioning Maguire's continued selection despite his below-par performances. However, in Akanji, United may well have found a solution.
