Man Utd offered chance to sign Chelsea's Tosin before transfer deadline
Manchester United have been offered the chance to sign Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo before the summer transfer window closes, with only a few days left to act. The Red Devils, who have already secured midfield additions Youri Tielemans, Andrey Santos and Carlos Baleba, may now turn to bolstering their defence following a 2-0 opening‑day loss to Hull City. According to transfer journalist Ben Jacobs, United view the 28‑year‑old centre‑back as a rotational option for manager Michael Carrick’s squad.
Tosin joined Chelsea on a free transfer from Fulham in 2024 and has made 38 Premier League appearances, though he was omitted from the matchday squad for Chelsea’s 3‑2 win over his former club on Monday. He was close to signing for United in 2024 but chose Chelsea instead. Chelsea have since strengthened their centre‑back options, signing Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace for £52 million and nearing a deal for Atalanta’s Honest Ahanor for about £30 million. United are also reported to be looking for a left‑back to back‑up Luke Shaw.
For Nigerian fans, Tosin’s eligibility for the Super Eagles means a move to United could raise his profile and influence his international availability. Will this potential transfer push him toward regular Premier League minutes and a stronger case for a national team recall?