DEAL COMPLETED: Manchester United finally complete the deal to sign £90million superstar as the player joins on five-years deal
Manchester United are set to wrap up a move for Lecce wing-back Patrick Dorgu.
Patrick Dorgu is due at Carrington to undergo a medical at Manchester United, where he will become the club’s first major January signing.
Dorgu’s move is about United investing in youth and strengthening the defence, with the club spending an initial £24 million to bring him on board.
The 20-year-old has areas he can improve, but adds crucial balance to the team, a genuine left-wing back capable of fitting in Ruben Amorim’s system.
Patrick Dorgu deserves move
Patrick Dorgu fought for his move amid Lecce’s initial resistance to sell him. The Serie A side eventually relented, bringing in a replacement a few days ago.
Lecce have made a handsome profit on the £200,000 they signed Dorgu for. And while they tried to stand in his way, this is the right move for all parties concerned.
Former Lecce captain Fabio Lucioni told TMW he is glad to see Dorgu get the move, and said he would have encouraged him to grab the opportunity.
Lucioni said: “I would have already bought him a plane ticket. I say this in a positive sense, because he is a boy who has made an important journey in the youth sector.
“He has shown that he can compete in a higher level of football than the one you experience in Lecce. So it’s right that he goes.”
“He has shown that he can compete in a higher level of football than the one you experience in Lecce. So it’s right that he goes.”
Lucioni is referring to Dorgu’s international success with Denmark, where he scored just minutes into his debut for the club.
Dorgu ready to seize opportunity Patrick Dorgu has excelled at every level early in his career to date, and now he is taking a big step up to the Premier League.
It will be an increase in intensity compared to Serie A, yet his game is well suited to it. Lecce’s sporting director claims he ‘runs like three players’, while he has been compared to Bukayo Saka.
Manchester United were linked to Dorgu back in September before Ruben Amorim took charge, and the shift in coach has made him a real perfect fit from a tactical perspective.
United had considered re-signing Alvaro Fernandez as an alternative, but have chosen to bring in Dorgu, who dropped a hint about a move after United’s win over Fulham.
United had considered re-signing Alvaro Fernandez as an alternative, but have chosen to bring in Dorgu, who dropped a hint about a move after United’s win over Fulham.
He won’t be signed in time to play against FCSB, with United already travelling to Romania, but an inclusion in the squad to face Crystal Palace at the weekend is not out of the question.
Manchester United are finalizing the signing of 20-year-old Danish left-back Patrick Dorgu from Lecce for an initial fee of £29 million, with potential add-ons of £4 million. Dorgu is expected to undergo a medical at Carrington, marking manager Ruben Amorim’s first major signing since taking charge in November. ([thesun.ie](https://www.thesun.ie/sport/14611402/ruben-amorim-first-man-utd-transfer-patrick-dorgu/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
Dorgu has been a standout performer for Lecce, making 57 appearances and scoring five goals since joining in 2022. His versatility allows him to operate as a left-back, wing-back, or winger, making him a valuable asset for United’s tactical setups. ([thesun.ie](https://www.thesun.ie/sport/14611402/ruben-amorim-first-man-utd-transfer-patrick-dorgu/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
Internationally, Dorgu has represented Denmark across various youth levels and has earned four senior caps, notably scoring just minutes into his debut. ([thesun.ie](https://www.thesun.ie/sport/14611402/ruben-amorim-first-man-utd-transfer-patrick-dorgu/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
This acquisition aims to bolster United’s options on the left flank, addressing issues arising from injuries to Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia. Dorgu’s arrival is anticipated to provide the necessary balance and depth in defense. ([talksport.com](https://talksport.com/football/2854837/man-utd-agree-deal-patrick-dorgu-lecce/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
He could be included in the squad for the upcoming match against Crystal Palace, depending on the completion of the transfer and his readiness. ([thesun.ie](https://www.thesun.ie/sport/14611402/ruben-amorim-first-man-utd-transfer-patrick-dorgu/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
– [talksport.com](https://talksport.com/football/2854837/man-utd-agree-deal-patrick-dorgu-lecce/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
– [thesun.ie](https://www.thesun.ie/sport/14611402/ruben-amorim-first-man-utd-transfer-patrick-dorgu/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
– [thetimes.co.uk](https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/man-united-patrick-dorgu-transfer-ruben-amorim-casemiro-ncbmpw7v5?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
