Injuries suffered by Lisandro Martínez and Matthijs de Ligt have reportedly forced Manchester United to intensify their search for defensive reinforcements ahead of the upcoming transfer window.
According to emerging reports, the club has begun keeping a close watch on Santiago Murillo, who currently plays for Nottingham Forest. The centre-back had already appeared on United’s radar as a possible long-term successor to Harry Maguire, but the latest injury setbacks in the squad may now push the club to act sooner than originally planned.
With defensive depth becoming a growing concern at Old Trafford, United’s recruitment department is said to be assessing whether adding another central defender should become a priority in the next transfer window. The absence of key players has left the team with limited options at the back, prompting internal discussions about strengthening that area of the squad.
As the situation develops, the decision could depend on how long the injured players remain sidelined and whether the club believes its current options can cope with the demands of the season.
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