Manchester United have reportedly been offered the chance to sign Djed Spence as Michael Carrick considers adding another defender before the transfer window closes.
Spence’s representatives have made United aware of the Tottenham Hotspur defender’s availability following an impressive World Cup with England.
Journalist Ben Jacobs says Spence has been offered to both United and Liverpool, although there is currently no indication that the Old Trafford hierarchy have decided to pursue him.
Tottenham are reportedly prepared to consider offers of around £35million for the 25-year-old.
Djed Spence gives Man Utd another left-back option
Spence is naturally right-footed but his ability to operate on either side of the defence could appeal to Carrick.
He featured prominently from the left for England at this summer’s World Cup and is now understood to want regular first-team football after returning to Tottenham.
United have already been looking at several defensive options. ReadManUtd reported on Thursday that Giorgio Scalvini has been scouted as Carrick’s transfer priorities move towards strengthening his defence.
Left-back has been a particular area of consideration. Luke Shaw remains Carrick’s established senior option, while Patrick Dorgu has increasingly been viewed as a player who can operate further forward.
Spence would offer something different because of his ability to cover both full-back positions.
There is an important distinction, however. United being offered Spence does not mean talks are underway.
Jacobs says he is not aware of United telling Spence’s camp that they want to proceed with a transfer. Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi would also reportedly prefer to retain him as part of his squad.
For now, Spence represents another available option rather than an active United deal.
At around £35m, though, his availability could become increasingly relevant if Newcastle maintain their firm stance over Lewis Hall.
