The journalist claims that Manchester United are “strongly interested” in transferring the player who is linked to Ruben Amorim

Manchester United are said to be keenly interested in a potential transfer Nuno Mendes, left-back Paris Saint-Germain.

The Portugal international is one of the few names on Manchester United’s radar at the moment as new manager Ruben Amorim looks to strengthen this area of ​​his squad.

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Mendes has impressed at Paris Saint-Germain, and the Ligue 1 giants are keen to tie him down to a new contract as his current contract is set to expire in the summer of 2026.

See below as Florian Plettenberg provides the latest details on Mendes’ future on his official X account, noting that the 22-year-old also shares an agent with Red Devils manager Amorim…

?? Manchester United remain keenly interested in Nuno #Mendes As revealed on our show three weeks ago??

?? PSG want to extend Mendes beyond 2026, but I’m told it’s not currently planned for him to sign soon, as there are several high-profile suitors. pic.twitter.com/EBKb9yyWpB

– Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) December 18, 2024

Mendes could certainly be an exciting option for United, giving them a clear upgrade for someone like Luke Shaw, who has struggled with fitness and form for some time now.

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MUFC fans will have their own thoughts on this Who would be the best left-back signing?It is worth noting that Plettenberg also mentions two exciting talents, Alphonso Davies and Theo Hernandez.

However, Mendes might seem best suited to Amorim’s style of football, as his attacking qualities mean he could thrive in a left-back role for the United manager.

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Mendes’ contract situation could also mean he is available for a reduced fee in the coming months, as PSG will not want to risk losing him for free in a year and a half.

United are facing a difficult season, even if the Amorim side enjoyed a surprise 2-1 win away to rivals Manchester City in the Manchester derby at the weekend, so there will certainly be a major effort to make changes to this team soon.

Amorim has inherited a difficult situation at Old Trafford and would certainly welcome a signing like Mendes to fit into his system.