Dayot Upamecano has been a revelation this season. The young French centre back has been quietly building up a reputation for himself as a world-class defender. He is catching the eye of all the big clubs in Europe with his performances.
The defender signed a new contract which extends his stay in Germany till the year 2023 but has a new release clause valid from 2021 which means that whoever wants to sign the 21-year-old will have to pay €42m. The player wants to play for the biggest clubs in Europe and certainly Manchester United fit the bill.
A defender whose ability on the ball makes him stand out, Upamecano is fast gaining a reputation as a world-class defender. He is certainly the one to watch.
Style of play
A center-back who is strong has an aerial prowess and likes to bully the attackers throughout the game, Upamecano is a defender who would be a perfect fit for every team he plays for.
He is a multi-dimensional asset to his side in possession. The former RB Salzburg youngster can break opponent lines with passes, as well as dribbles. His passing range allows him to vary between exploiting the space in behind, finding attackers between the lines, and switching the play.
Would he be a fit at United?
The defender fits every checklist which Manchester United has for its defenders. The English side is looking to sign a Centre Back who can start alongside Harry Maguire and Upamecano looks the perfect fit for it.
Ole Gunnar Solksjaer is looking to build a team which can challenge on all fronts for years to come and Upamecano can play a crucial part in it.
His performance against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League shows that he is a big match player who does not shy away from responsibility.
Upamecano can lead the Manchester United backline for years to come and is the must sign player for Solksjaer.
Manchester United should work quickly to get this French Defender to the Old Trafford before all the big names in Europe come calling.
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