Man Utd is said to be trying to bring in a top defender in the Premier League to replace the injured Luke Shaw.The fact that defender Luke Shaw is determined to sit out for a long time because of an injury while Malacia is also not well is forcing Man Utd to change the transfer plan. Previously their priority was a defensive midfielder and a centre-back, but now a left-back is needed most.

According to the Daily Mail, after embarking on a review of player profiles, Man Utd’s scouting team has determined the name they will pursue. Instead of Marc Cucurella as previously rumored by the press, the new name chosen is Brentford left-back Rico Henry.

Although only wearing a mid-range team in the Premier League, Henry’s skill set is not to be underestimated. According to data analysis site SciSports, the 26-year-old defender of Brentford is the fourth best name in the Premier League in his position. He is only behind the likes of Andy Robertson of Liverpool, Oleksandr Zinchenko of Arsenal and Tyrick Mitchell of Crystal Palace.

Brentford’s Rico Henry is on Man Utd’s radar for the left-back position (Image: Getty)

Rico Henry is also used to the pace in the Premier League, so if the Red Devils buy it, they can use it immediately. Analysts even think that the 26-year-old defender could be an upgrade for Man Utd’s left wing, allowing coach Ten Hag to pull Shaw into the middle more often later.

However, this deal is still in the exploratory stage. In the context that the transfer market is about to close, Man Utd is forecasted to have to act urgently as well as spend a lot of money to get Henry.

The 26-year-old is currently valued at around £23 million. This number is not large, but it is still a barrier for Man Utd at the moment because the law of financial justice does not allow them to spend more when they have not sold off excess people like Maguire, McTominay, Van De Beek …