Manchester United are expected to be very busy in the summer transfer window after a terrible Premier League season. The club have conceded goals consistently and might be in need of a change in the backline. Moreover, Matthijs de Ligt and Lisandro Martinez have been sidelined with injuries. With Victor Lindelof and Jonny Evans set to leave Old Trafford for free this summer, United are in need of a center-back to add to their depth and quality.
Manchester United Want to Sign Jonathan Tah For Free
Florian Plettenberg has reported that the Red Devils are interested in Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah for a free transfer this summer. Barcelona have been favorites to sign him for free, but United are hoping to beat the Catalan club to his signature.
Tah has established himself as a key figure in the Bundesliga club and also played an integral part in helping Leverkusen win the Bundesliga last season. He is still one of the most important players in Xabi Alonso’s team this season and has been in superb form. However, Tah has decided to leave the club with his contract expiring this summer.
If we talk about his stats, Jonathan Tah has conceded 32 goals and kept eight clean sheets in 30 matches in the Bundesliga 2024/2025 season. That means when Tah is on the pitch, his team concedes a goal every 84 minutes. Moreover, he has made 0.36 tackles and 1.07 interceptions for every 90 minutes he was on the pitch. Tah is also racking up about 4.50 clearances at the same time.
Why will he be a good signing?
Jonathan Tah, the tall 29-year-old center-back from Bayer Leverkusen, brings a commanding presence to any defense. Standing at 1.95 meters, he’s a dominant force in the air and reads the game with impressive composure and precision. Known for his calmness on the ball and smart positioning, Tah has been a rock at the back for Leverkusen, even wearing the vice-captain’s armband—a testament to his leadership on and off the pitch.
Under Xabi Alonso’s system, he has thrived in a back-three setup, showcasing not only his tactical intelligence but also his adaptability. With a stellar 93.4% pass completion rate and just four red cards in his career, Tah strikes a rare balance between discipline and technical prowess.
Now available on a free transfer, he presents a golden opportunity for Manchester United, who are in desperate need of defensive reinforcement. While top clubs are circling, Tah’s blend of experience, consistency, and readiness for Premier League football makes him a smart and valuable addition for United’s backline.
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