Manchester United are being linked with a big money move for one of the best defenders in South American football in the latest news cycle.<\/p>\n
Local media outlet, The Manchester Evening News, reports:<\/p>\n
Manchester United are considering Paris Saint-Germain defender Marquinhos as a potential defensive signing.<\/strong><\/p>\n Marquinhos is a defender of inordinate skill. The fact that he has only played 17 caps for Brazil says more about his deceptive lack of experience than his quality.<\/p>\n Because although it feels as if he has been around for ages, he’s still only 22 and finding maturity to his game.<\/p>\n He’s been in the PSG side for four seasons already and amassed 146 appearances and a notable 10 goals – a better tally than many a midfielder nets at the top end of football.<\/p>\n The 6ft centre back moved from Roma in the summer of 2013 for around 31m Euros.<\/p>\n Manchester United would probably have to exceed that fee if they wanted to land a player who is still way off his best years.<\/p>\n But he’s be a fantastic partner for Eric Bailly in the defence – a ball playing centre back in the Rio Ferdinand mould who could offer the elegance to complement the pure brawn and defensive skills of the Ivory Coast international.<\/p>\n Manchester United fans: a wise investment or should Jose be focusing on strengthening the attack?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"