Man United sign Lecce defender Dorgu

Manchester United have made a new signing

The Old Trafford club have confirmed that Patrick Dorgu has joined the club, subject to visa and registration.

Author -  Liam Chadwick

The Denmark international has signed a contract until June 2030, with the option of an additional year.

Dorgu, 20, has played 57 games for Lecce, contributing five goals already. The versatile defender has enjoyed an excellent season so far, having won the second-most ground duels in Serie A and attempted the fourth most take-ons of any defender in the league.

Patrick Dorgu told the Manchester United website: “I am incredibly proud to be able to call myself a Manchester United player; this is a very special day for my whole family.

“I cannot wait to work with Ruben Amorim; his vision for this team and the future of the club is incredibly exciting. There is a clear plan set out for my development, and I feel that Manchester United is the perfect place to fulfil my potential and complete my huge ambitions.”

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Dorgu is the second defender to join Old Trafford during this transfer window, following the arrival of Ayden Heaven from Arsenal, who is an England Under-19 international.

After advancing through the youth ranks in Denmark, Dorgu made his senior debut as a late substitute in a Nations League match against Switzerland in September. He scored with his very first touch, contributing to a 2-0 victory.

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More reaction

This announcement has caused massive levels of discussion across the internet. On the Red Cafe forum, one poster said: "I watched the Inter game last week because of him, it was a difficult match, but he looked good on the ball, good decision making and sees the pass, as well as good physically of course, but he also was a little sloppy at times and far from the finished article. Can imagine we’ll need a little patience with him."

Another user commented, "I had never heard of him until a week ago, but acquiring a true left-back or left-wing back is definitely a good move for United. Even if he's only somewhat decent, it's better than forcing players to fill roles they aren't suited for. Placing players in uncomfortable positions puts the team at a disadvantage right from the start. If a player is nervous, you can bet the opposition will be instructed to target that side of the pitch."