-Ikenna Okafor
Manchester United have earmarked Braga centre-back David Carmo as an alternative target if they fail to sign Jurrien Timber from Ajax, Portuguese outlet O’Jogo (Thursday’s edition) reports.
United have recently opened talks with Ajax over a summer deal for Timber. New manager Erik ten Hag is keen on a reunion with the 20-year-old, having worked together over the past two years.
While negotiations are going on, O Jogo cite that Timber could end up staying at Ajax next season, given his desire of playing Champions League football for another campaign.
This has been highlighted as a reason for United to target Carmo. The Portuguese is reportedly the ‘Plan B’ if the Red Devils can’t convince Timber over a summer switch.
Liverpool are deemed to have come close to signing him last year before his serious ankle injury. They were willing to pay €5 million for a season-long loan with an option to buy for €20m.
Carmo was kept on the sidelines for nearly 12 months after his ankle fracture in February 2021. Since his comeback, he has been in fine form, and is now in contention to make his Portugal debut.
The 22-year-old has been called up by manager Fernando Santos for the Nations League games this month. He could line up alongside United stars Cristiano Ronaldo, Bruno Fernandes and Diogo Dalot.
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