Manchester United are reportedly considering a late move for another centre-back before the transfer window closes, with Southampton’s Taylor Harwood-Bellis, 24, Chelsea’s Tosin Adarabioyo, 28, and Chelsea’s Josh Acheampong among the players discussed.
Harwood-Bellis has reportedly been discussed internally, while Tosin has been offered to United as a potential squad option. Acheampong is also said to be on the club’s radar, although Chelsea are reported to regard him as unavailable for sale.
According to The Sun, influential figures at Old Trafford have discussed joining the race for Harwood-Bellis, while Tosin has separately been offered to the Red Devils. The report also states that Chelsea have warned United that Acheampong will not be leaving.
Why United are looking again
Harwood-Bellis is the son-in-law of former United captain Roy Keane, and Aston Villa had an £18million bid for him rejected earlier in August. He has since missed Southampton’s last two matches, having been left out of the matchday squad against Stoke City and again for the Carabao Cup defeat to West Ham.
Tosin has fallen out of favour at Chelsea and was absent from their season-opening win at Fulham. Benfica have also been linked with both Tosin and Harwood-Bellis, while Michael Carrick is reportedly considering defensive reinforcements in the closing days of the window.
| Player | Age | Club | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor Harwood-Bellis | 24 | Southampton | Aston Villa’s £18million bid was rejected; United have reportedly discussed him internally. |
| Tosin Adarabioyo | 28 | Chelsea | Reportedly offered to United as a squad option; also linked with Benfica. |
| Josh Acheampong | Not stated | Chelsea | Reportedly on United’s radar, but Chelsea consider him unavailable for sale. |
Competition and roadblocks
Villa’s rejected bid underlines the interest in Harwood-Bellis, while Benfica have been linked with both him and Tosin. Chelsea’s reported stance on Acheampong represents a separate obstacle to any potential move for the defender.
Whether United pursue Harwood-Bellis or Tosin before deadline day remains unclear. For now, the reports point to internal discussions around Harwood-Bellis and Tosin being offered to United as a squad option.