In a recent report, La Stampa (subscription required) mentioned that Manchester United are eyeing a summer move for Napoli full-back Giovanni Di Lorenzo this summer. It is understood that the Red Devils are willing to launch a Є20m offer to acquire the Italy international’s services in this off-season (translated by Ilnapolista).
Di Lorenzo’s Sensational Form In Italian Football Last Season
The 27-year-old had an impressive campaign with the Naples outfit and was responsible for putting in a handful of eye-catching displays as their primary right-back. The Italian sensation made 49 appearances for his current employers last season, registering four goals and eight assists in all competitions.
Di Lorenzo deserves a lot of credit for influencing the game at both ends of the pitch after he averaged 2.2 tackles, 1.0 interceptions, 1.4 clearances, 0.8 shots, 1.4 key passes and 0.8 dribbles per 90 minutes in Serie A. He even distributed the ball relatively well based on his pass completion rate of 86.9% in the Italian top tier (stats via whoscored).
The 12-time Italy international has shown plenty of signs of promise for both his club and country over the past 12 months, so he will be a shrewd signing for Man United if they can find a way to bring him to the Theatre of Dreams during this summer transfer period.
What Will Di Lorenzo Bring To Old Trafford?
Di Lorenzo is a moderately paced right-back who can make some encouraging runs with the ball out on the wide areas. He has proven his worth as a good playmaker last season and can even contribute by scoring the odd goal from time to time.
On the defensive front, the Italian talent is a solid presence as he doesn’t take too many chances with his clearances. Plus, he is often quick to react to the danger and can time his tackles well to secure the ball back for his side.
A full-back of Di Lorenzo’s creativity will be an exciting acquisition for Man United as he will bring plenty of quality to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s squad. Moreover, he would offer some serious competition for Aaron Wan-Bissaka at Old Trafford in the coming seasons.
At 27, Di Lorenzo is playing some of the best football of his playing career and has what it takes to help the Red Devils challenge for multiple trophies over the next few years. Hence, Solskjaer would be wise to engineer a move to lure him to the northwest of England this summer.
