Man United handed updates on two left-back targets after double transfer decision

Manchester United are expected to continue searching for left-back reinforcements during the January transfer window to provide competition for 31-year-old Luke Shaw. Manager Michael Carrick has used Patrick Dorgu further forward, leaving Shaw as the squad's only natural senior left-back. United have recently received transfer updates concerning previous targets Alejandro Balde and David Raum.

Barcelona reportedly want to sell 22-year-old Balde on a permanent deal to facilitate new signings, potentially allowing United to sign him at a reduced rate. Meanwhile, 28-year-old Raum enters the final months of his RB Leipzig contract, though Juventus are also pursuing him for a free transfer next summer.