Player won't deny Manchester United want him – Defender could move from PL rivals

Manchester United tracking Fulham defender Calvin Bassey as they look to strengthen their defence in January; the 26-year-old has not denied interest.

Manchester United are monitoring Fulham centre-back Calvin Bassey as they seek to bolster their defence in the winter transfer window. The Nigeria international, 26, has played every Premier League minute this season and captained Fulham under new manager Álvaro Arbeloa. A confidant of Bassey's told Footy-Africa that United have been keen on signing him since the summer, with the defender neither confirming nor denying the interest when asked. Bassey joined Fulham from Ajax in 2023 and has made 112 appearances. His contract runs until 2027 with an option for a further year. Transfermarkt values him at €28m. United, currently 17th in the table with the fourth-worst defensive record, are expected to make moves in January to strengthen their squad.