Louis Web page: Man United endure main setback in pursuit of Leicester starlet

Manchester United have missed out on the chance to signal a proficient younger midfielder earlier than the top of the window.

Busy summer season

The Purple Devils have had a busy summer season welcoming Diego Leon, Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko.

They’ve additionally agreed a deal for Belgian keeper Senne Lammens on deadline day.

Nonetheless, many followers nonetheless really feel the membership is brief within the midfield division with Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro, Manuel Ugarte and Kobbie Mainoo being the one recognised senior choices within the squad.

The Purple Devils pursued Carlos Baleba earlier within the window however his membership Brighton and Hove Albion issued a hands-off warning.

Midfielder hunt goes on

Journalist Pete O’Rourke has posted on X that United have missed out on the possibility of signing a proficient younger English midfielder.

He claimed, “perceive Leicester Metropolis have fended off bids from Premier League giants Arsenal and Manchester United for highly-rated midfielder Louis Web page.”

The submit went on to assert that “the England U18 worldwide made his first-team debut this season and had an help in final Friday’s win over Birmingham.”

Ineos have hardly shied away from signing younger expertise, as they’ve agreed offers for Enzo Kana-Biyik, Harley Emsden-James and Diego Leon this summer season.

Nonetheless, it appears they received’t have the ability to add Web page, a minimum of on this window.

The 17-year-old has made three appearances for the senior Leicester crew and grabbed an help.

He has represented England Below-17s 10 instances, scoring one objective within the course of.

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