Manchester United are interested in RB Leipzig defender Ibrahima Konate, according to reports in the French media. It has been claimed that the Red Devils have been in contact with the 20-year-old’s agent in order to register their interest in the player.

The France Under 21 international has formed an impressive partnership with Dayot Upamecano at the heart of Leipzig’s defence, which has conceded just 26 goals in 25 games this season; the joint best defensive record in the Bundesliga.

Konate would certainly fit the type of profile that United would be looking for, with the centre-back still developing his game and likely to improve in the future.

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