Andreas Christensen has recently emerged as a potential target for Manchester United as they look to strengthen their defense. According to reports from Spain, particularly from the outlet Nacional, the Premier League side is ready to make a move for the Danish international, offering Barcelona a sum of €40 million (approximately £34 million) to secure his services.
Barcelona, who signed Christensen on a free transfer just last summer, are reportedly considering the proposal with interest. However, club legend and current manager Xavi Hernandez is said to be reluctant to part ways with the central defender, having labeled him as one of the squad’s untouchables due to his importance and consistent performances.
Christensen, 27, is no stranger to English football, having enjoyed a successful spell at Chelsea where he won multiple titles including the Champions League, FA Cup, and UEFA Super Cup. Since moving to Spain, he’s added the La Liga title and Spanish Super Cup to his collection, despite missing a number of league games due to injury. When fit, he played a crucial role in Barcelona’s defense, starting 22 league matches and contributing to 13 clean sheets.
Though Christensen would be a valuable addition for Erik ten Hag, there’s speculation that Manchester United might have their sights set on an even more high-profile target—Kim Min-Jae. The South Korean defender had an outstanding season in Italy, playing a pivotal role in Napoli’s Scudetto win and being named Serie A’s best defender. His combination of strength, intelligence, and passing ability could be transformative for United’s backline.
While Christensen represents a stable and experienced option at a reasonable price, Kim’s arrival would signal a more ambitious and potentially game-changing move, especially as the Red Devils face uncertainty over the futures of Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martínez.
