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Manchester United need a new left-back with their current options incapable of playing regularly.

Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia have yet to make an appearance this term.

Shaw missed 38 games last season due to muscle injuries and thigh problems. He last played for United in February.

Malacia missed the entire 2023/24 season because of a long-term knee injury. He faced further setbacks that have delayed his return.

Left-back is a pressing concern for manager Erik ten Hag, but United could be close to a solution.

According to journalist Florian Plettenberg, United’s interest in Bayern Munich star Alphonso Davies is becoming more concrete.

The Premier League giants are ‘gathering extensive information on Davies for several days’.

Davies is in the final year of his contract with Bayern and could leave the club as a free agent next summer.

The 23-year-old is known for his blistering pace and attacking instincts. He bagged three goals and six assists in 42 appearances last season.

Real Madrid are lurking ominously and are favourites to sign him for free next summer.

Vincent Kompany wants Davies to stay, but Bayern are unwilling to meet his salary demands.

The left-back has won multiple trophies, including the Champions League, FIFA Club World Cup and several Bundesliga titles.

It would be a delight to see him supporting Marcus Rashford or Alejandro Garnacho on the left flank.

However, United must be wary that his attacking instincts can sometimes leave gaps at the back.

The Red Devils have already been exposed to counter-attacks this season, leaving their centre-backs to defend large spaces.

Stats from Transfermarkt.com.