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Man United prepare move for Premier League star: Mourinho is disappointed about this
JOSE MOURINHO has set about trying to bring Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk to Manchester United, according to reports.
Virgil van Dijk Player Profile
With Eric Bailly sidelined until next month, Manchester United have had problems at the back.
Winless in their past four Premier League matches, Mourinho has come under pressure.
In the forthcoming transfer window, the Portuguese tactician wants to be given money to spend despite lavishing £150m on signings over the summer.
Virgil van Dijk in action for Southampton against Manchester United
Jose Mourinho wants to add some steel to his defence
Recent reports have suggested Mourinho could axe up to eight players over the next two windows.
It was also claimed yesterday that United are weighing up a £30m bid for Atletico Madrid defender Diego Godin.
And now according to The Sunday Mirror, Mourinho is interested in signing Van Dijk.
Claude Puel has high hopes for Virgil van Dijk
The Dutchman has been an ever-present fixture of the Saints defence, and his boss Claude Puel insisted the 25-year-old can go on to become one of the best defenders in the world.
The report suggests that Mourinho and his staff have been disappointed with his side’s ‘soft’ defence.
Mourinho tore into his Manchester United players after the 2-1 defeat to Fenerbahce in the Europa League on Thursday, questioning the players’ mental strength.
The report also suggests Chris Smalling was formally rebuked by Mourinho.
He was apparently told in no uncertain terms that he must improve his performances.
United will be hoping to put a smile on Mourinho’s face with victory away to Swansea today (3pm).
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