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Ligue 1 star becomes serious option for United after leaving scouts hugely impressed – report

Mahamadou Nagida of Rennes has emerged as a serious left-back target for Manchester United ahead of the January transfer window.

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 8:00 PM
Ligue 1 star becomes serious option for United after leaving scouts hugely impressed – report
Key Things to Know
  • Manchester United has identified Rennes left-back Mahamadou Nagida as a serious transfer option.
  • United reportedly plans to recruit two new left-backs across the next two transfer windows.
  • The 21-year-old Cameroon international is being targeted for a potential permanent transfer.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Manchester United has added Rennes left-back Mahamadou Nagida to its transfer shortlist as a serious option ahead of the January transfer window. The club is reportedly looking to sign two new left-backs across the next two windows to address ongoing injury issues with Luke Shaw. Club officials Jason Wilcox and Christopher Vivell have overseen intensive scouting of the 21-year-old Cameroon international.

United scouts have monitored Nagida several times over the past six weeks, including during Rennes' European matches against Juventus and Olympiacos. The Peoples Person notes that the energetic defender would likely be a more affordable permanent target than other alternatives.

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