Versatile wing-back Patrick Dorgu could become Ruben Amorim's first signing by the end of the January transfer window, signalling the start of Manchester United's rebuild under the new manager - but some United fans in the Manchester Evening News comments section might have preferred to see an old face return.

Manchester United are in desperate need of a left-footed player to solve Ruben Amorim’s wing-back problem. They will be hoping that Lecce’s Patrick Dorgu is the the solution after securing a broad agreement with the Serie A side to sign the multi-functional 20-year-old.

Man Utd are closing on signing of Patrick Dorgu from Lecce in deal worth in region of £30m; 20-year-old left wing-back showed a strong desire to join United and is due to fly to the UK on Thursday for his medical;

Dorgu has made 57 appearances for Lecce since joining them from Danish side Nordsjaelland in 2022 and has been capped four times by Denmark. He is recognised as one of the most talented defenders in Serie A, and United have moved fast to secure his services amid interest from Chelsea.

Manchester United have reached a broad agreement with Lecce for the transfer of Patrick Dorgu for €30million (£25.2m) plus €5m (£4.2m) in add-ons. The Serie A side had been holding out for €40m (£33.6m) but negotiations have brought the figure to below United’s aim of a total £30m package with the add-ons a split of both simple bonuses and others that are more difficult to achieve.

As the transfer deadline approaches, Manchester United seem determined to sign Patrick Dorgu from Lecce. Why has he caught their eye?

Manchester United have rescheduled Patrick Dorgu’s medical tests due to pending paperwork, but the €37 million transfer from Lecce

Manchester United have reached an agreement to sign 20-year-old Denmark international Patrick Dorgu from Lecce in a record-breaking transfer worth around €35 million, including add-ons. Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano reported a medical has been booked for Dorgu for Thursday, ahead of Manchester United's final Europa League league phase fixture.

Manchester United are close to completing a deal for Lecce left-back Patrick Dorgu. United had one bid for the Denmark international turned down last week but have remained in negotiations for the 20-year-old and believe it is a matter of time before he is cleared to have a medical.