Manchester United have been handed a boost in their pursuit of Newcastle United goalkeeper Martin Dubravka.
That’s according to a recent report from leading transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, who claims the Magpies’ long-serving shot-stopper is willing to accept the Red Devils’ offer.
Martin Dúbravka is prepared to agree on personal terms with Manchester United, not an issue – he’s very keen on the move. Up to the two clubs now, talks ongoing. ?? #MUFC
Loan with £5m buy option clause not mandatory now discussed. Kevin Trapp deal, 100% off. pic.twitter.com/YmvZMtO3cV
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 26, 2022
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United, led by new manager Erik ten Hag, are believed to be keen on bringing in a new backup goalkeeper to help provide number one David De Gea with some much-needed competition.
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Although the Red Devils allowed Dean Henderson to join Nottingham Forest on a season-long loan earlier this summer, given the Englishman’s desire to play first-team football, the club would have found it hard to refuse the 25-year-old. However, knowing he has the potential to one day command their backline, United failed to include a buy option in Henderson’s loan, suggesting his long-term future does in fact lie at Old Trafford.
Dubravka, on the other hand, is incredibly experienced and also knows what it is like to play for one of the Premier League’s biggest clubs.
Having spent four years with the Magpies, the 33-year-old, who has kept 37 clean sheets out of 120 appearances, could prove to be a cost-effective solution to ten Hag’s goalkeeping worries.