According to reports, Manchester United is stepping up their attempts to finalise the possible €40 million signing of right-back Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen, as his release clause is set to expire prior to Euro 2024.

With a tonne of goals and assists in a wing-back role for the surprise Bundesliga title-winning Bayer Leverkusen team, the outstanding Dutchman has been one of the standout performances in European football this season, which is understandable why Man Utd is interested in him.

For the Red Devils, Frimpong would undoubtedly be a major upgrade at right-back over players like Diogo Dalot and Aaron Wan-Bissaka, and it appears they’re eager to intensify their chase of the player, according to Sport Bild, which Sport Witness reported and translated.

It’s unclear if United can maintain a competitive offer for Frimpong, however it’s certain that many other elite teams will be considering the 23-year-old this summer.

Frimpong transfer: The right-back may be stepping down to Man United
It would be intriguing to see if Frimpong is as prepared to transfer to Old Trafford as a player of his quality may have been in the past, especially after such a fantastic season for this undefeated Leverkusen team.

Since Sir Alex Ferguson’s illustrious retirement in 2013, Man United has undergone significant turmoil, and it is no longer the same team that dominated English football for so long.

Although Frimpong may assist MUFC break out of their rut, it would be a bit of a risk for him to go there at this time when he could stay put at Leverkusen, who are making great progress under youthful manager Xabi Alonso.

It would be wise for Frimpong to avoid going the same way as prominent players who have recently joined United but ultimately failed, such as Paul Pogba, Harry Maguire, and Antony.