According to a recent report by Gianluca Di Marzio, Tottenham Hotspur right-back Kieran Trippier favours a move to Manchester United this summer despite being a subject of a declined bid from Napoli. The same source has claimed that the England international has ‘given priority’ to the Red Devils if they end up making an offer for him during the summer transfer period.
Trippier’s Mixed Campaign For Spurs Following His World Cup Heroics With England
Trippier has been quite inconsistent with his performances for Spurs this season despite having a stellar 2018 FIFA World Cup campaign with England where he announced himself to the world by scoring against Croatia with a brilliantly executed free-kick.
However, he has failed to live up to the high expectations surrounding his return from Russia last summer. The English full-back has endured a mixed campaign with the North London outfit thus far but could still play a significant part in Spurs’ Champions League run-in over the next few weeks.
The Bury-born defensive ace has featured in 34 matches for Tottenham this term, scoring one goal while creating five assists across all competitions. The 28-year-old has also secured 16 international caps for England and has scored one goal for his country so far.
What Will He Add To Solskjaer’s Team?
Trippier boasts decent pace and is a tireless dribbler with the ball down the right flank. He can whip in dangerous crosses and is also a significant threat from dead-ball situations. However, his inconsistency could be a massive problem for any club trying to acquire his services.
The addition of an accomplished right-back like Trippier will undoubtedly bolster Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s defensive options at Old Trafford. He has all the makings to be a success story if given a chance to prove his worth at the red half of Manchester.
Should The Red Devils Go For Trippier?
Both Antonio Valencia and Ashley Young are playing in the twilight years of their careers. Diogo Dalot is also quite inexperienced and is still not ready for a regular first-team berth at the Theatre of Dreams.
Hence, Trippier could turn out to be an ideal solution to their right-back problems in the upcoming campaign. The English defensive ace also has a vast amount of experience of playing in Europe which is why the Reds of Manchester should try their best to land him in this off-season.
