Manchester United target Josip Juranovic as Erik ten Hag looks to bring in a new right back before the transfer window closes – with Atletico Madrid and Chelsea also interested in the Celtic defender
- Right back Josip Juranovic is on the radar of a number of top European clubs
- He impressed in the Scotland last season after joining Celtic from Legia Warsaw
- The 26-year-old is a target for Man United as they look to improve at the back
Celtic defender Josip Juranovic is emerging as an option for Manchester United ahead of the transfer deadline.
Erik ten Hag wants to sign a new right back this summer and Sportsmail understands Croatia international Juranovic features on United’s list of targets.
The 26-year-old has impressed in Scotland since arriving from Legia Warsaw last year.
Celrtc defender Josip Juranovic is being targeted by a number of clubs, including Man United
Erik ten Hag is keen to bring in a new right back before the end of the summer transfer window
And his performances have attracted interest from across Europe, with Atletico Madrid among the clubs to have been linked with the full-back.
But United are now giving serious consideration to launching a move for Juranovic, who is likely to cost in excess of £15million, in a bid to provide competition for Diogo Dalot, who started in the 2-1 loss to Brighton.
Juranovic was on Chelsea’s radar earlier this summer when it appeared captain Cesar Azpilicueta would be leaving for Barcelona.
Diogo Dalot played at right back in Man United’s disappointing display against Brighton
But after the Spaniard signed a new deal at Stamford Bridge, it remains to be seen if Thomas Tuchel still views the capture of a new right back as a priority.
Nevertheless, it is clear that Celtic are facing a fight to keep Juranovic this summer.
United, who are closing in on a move for Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot, take on Brentford in their next Premier League clash on Saturday evening.
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