🚨 BREAKING: Erik ten Hag has finally found his perfect Luke Shaw alternative as Man Utd solve problem position.

Manchester United are reportedly in the market for a La Liga player, as manager Erik ten Hag seeks to make changes to the squad this summer. According to reports from Spain, and as noted by the Daily Express, the club has agreed to meet Real Madrid’s asking price for left-back Miguel Gutiérrez during the ongoing transfer window.

With Sir Jim Ratcliffe stepping in to take charge at Manchester United, significant changes are expected at Old Trafford. The club has faced challenges at the left-back position, with injuries to both Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia forcing the team to play much of last season without a natural left-back. The management, alongside INEOS, is determined to address this issue in the summer transfer window.

Gutiérrez left Real Madrid two years ago, joining Girona, but Real Madrid retained a buy-back clause that they plan to activate this summer. Once they exercise that option, they intend to sell him to Manchester United for a reported fee of £34 million. The 22-year-old Spanish left-back was part of Real Madrid’s squad that won the Champions League in 2022, further highlighting his potential.

Both Shaw and Malacia have struggled with injuries, which hampered Manchester United’s options at left-back last season. Shaw, in particular, has a history of fitness problems throughout his career at Old Trafford. His ongoing injury has also kept him out of Gareth Southgate’s England squad for the Euros this summer, increasing concerns about his reliability.

Manchester United’s left-back situation became so dire that players from other positions were forced to step in. Defensive midfielder Sofyan Amrabat and center-back Victor Lindelöf had to fill in at left-back due to the injury crisis, though neither solution proved particularly effective. Given this situation, it’s no surprise that ten Hag is eager to bring in reinforcements for the position.

Several other major clubs, including Borussia Dortmund, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Arsenal, are also interested in the Spanish international. However, Manchester United currently appear to be leading the race to secure his signature. Erik ten Hag’s dissatisfaction with his current left-back options has made this transfer a priority for the club.

In addition to targeting a left-back, Manchester United are reportedly making progress in signing both a new striker and a central defender, aiming to strengthen the squad across multiple areas before the new season begins.Manchester United are reportedly pursuing Miguel Gutiérrez, a 22-year-old left-back from Girona, due to the ongoing injury struggles of Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia. Real Madrid is expected to activate a buy-back clause on Gutiérrez, intending to sell him to United for £34 million. Erik ten Hag has prioritized addressing the left-back position, with additional plans to strengthen the squad by targeting a striker and a central defender before the new season begins.