Summary: Manchester United are eyeing a move for Nice’s left-back Melvin Bard in the upcoming summer transfer window to address their left-back issues. The 23-year-old has caught the attention of United scouts with his performances for Nice this season and could potentially provide a solution to United’s need for an attacking left-back. The move could also be facilitated by the existing connection between Nice and Manchester United’s ownership under INEOS.
Key Points:
- Manchester United are reportedly considering Melvin Bard as one of their transfer targets for the left-back position in the summer transfer window.
- Bard, who has impressed during his time at Nice, is seen as a potential solution to United’s left-back problems, particularly with Luke Shaw’s frequent absences and Tyrell Malacia’s unavailability.
- The potential transfer of Bard to Manchester United could be facilitated by the existing ownership connection between Nice and United under INEOS.
- Despite not yet making a senior appearance for the French national team, Bard has represented France at various youth levels and also participated in the Tokyo Olympics.
- Bard’s future, as well as that of Nice and Manchester United, depends on their respective chances of qualifying for European competitions next season, with both clubs facing challenges in securing Champions League berths.
- Nice is currently six points behind the third position in Ligue 1, while Manchester United is sixth in the Premier League standings and faces a tough task to secure qualification for the Champions League.
- Bard might have to settle for Europa League football regardless of his destination in the upcoming season, depending on the final league standings of Nice and Manchester United.