Man Utd boost as Barcelona in no rush to offer star defender new deal
- Jordan Russell (@JordRuss96)
The Frenchman was non-committal when asked if he envisaged staying with La Blaugrana beyond this summer’s transfer window during the international break last month.
Indeed, recent performances have been less than convincing which has prompted a rethink within the club hierarchy. Umtiti must first prove that he deserves to stay at Barça, let alone be handed a bumper pay rise.
However, there is no shortage of interest in the former Lyon starlet, with Manchester United manager José Mourinho said to be particularly keen on securing his services ahead of next season. The Portuguese tactician even asked Sir Alex Ferguson to monitor his performance during Tuesday’s UEFA Champions League quarter-final tie between Roma and Barça.