Manchester United eye Ilkay Gundogan after missing out on Cesc Fabregas transfer
Target: Manchester United are eyeing Ilkay Gundogan (Picture: Getty)
Manchester United are ready to turn to Borussia Dortmund midfielder Ilkay Gundogan after missing out on Cesc Fabregas.United boss David Moyes had made Fabregas his top target this summer, but after seeing three successive bids turned down, he is ready to look elsewhere.Everton powerhouse Maraoune Fellaini remains an option, but it’s now thought that Germany international Gundogan could move to Old Trafford instead.The 22-year-old had two years left on his Dortmund contract, and despite talk over an extension in recent weeks, United are increasingly confident they could land him for around £20million.
Recommendation: Shinji Kagawa has backed the Gundogan bid (Picture: Getty)
Gundogan has been given a glowing reference by his former team-mate Shinji Kagawa, who is now a key part of Moyes’ plans at United.It’s thought that the pair could be reunited before the end of the window, even if Dortmund decide to dig their heels in and try and force him to stay.Gundogan represents everything that Moyes has been looking for, with an excellent passing range and ability to control a midfield battle.The player has previously admitted his interest in the Premier League, where he has been linked with Arsenal and Chelsea.Barcelona were also keen on him earlier this month, but their interest has since cooled.http://metro.co.uk/2013/07/24/manchester-united-eye-ilkay-gundogan-after-missing-out-on-cesc-fabregas-transfer-3896953/
