Manchester United have opened talks with Lecce about signing left-back Patrick Dorgu.United representatives were in Italy today to discuss signing the Denmark international in this transfer

The Red Devils, represented by Matt Hargreaves, met with Lecce representatives in Milan this afternoon, according to Sky Italia (via Sky Sports ). United are ready to offer £22.5 million plus £4.2m in bonuses for Dorgu, but that is short of his valuation.

Manchester United is reportedly closing in on a €35 million deal to secure Lecce left-back Patrick Dorgu. The 20-year-old defender, who has also attracted interest from Chelsea, Tottenham and Barcelona, appears to favour a move to Old Trafford. Here are five interesting facts about the rising talent:

Latest Manchester United transfer news and gossip with an update on the future of Lecce defender Patrick Dorgu

Manchester United clearly need wing-backs under Ruben Amorim and Dorgu is a perfect fit for that role due to his physical traits and progression abilities. He can operate on the right when there is a need too, but he can also operate in the wide attacking midfield spots due to his skillset.

Manchester United and Lecce are reportedly still some distance apart in their respective valuations of Patrick Dorgu.The left-sided wing-back is one of the positions United are eager to strengthen