Manchester United are reportedly plotting a January transfer move for Fulham defender and Super Eagles star Calvin Bassey, as the club try to fix defensive problems at Old Trafford, Pulse Nigeria reported. The claim has not been confirmed by either club.
United in turmoil
According to the report, United sit in the Premier League relegation zone after a poor start to the 2026/27 season. Manager Michael Carrick is said to be set for the sack, with Mauricio Pochettino expected to take over. The report says the squad got midfield reinforcements in the summer, but its defensive weaknesses were ignored by the club hierarchy.
The shortlist
Citing the Daily Mail, the report says Bassey is one of three defenders on a shortlist drawn up by United sporting director Jason Wilcox. The others are Brentford centre-back Nathan Collins and Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite.
