Manchester United may target Adrien Truffert for transfer in 2027

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Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Manchester United may target Adrien Truffert for transfer in 2027
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Manchester United remains in the market for a long-term successor to left-back Luke Shaw. Despite failing to secure reinforcements at the position during the recent window, the club continues to monitor potential targets. Journalist David Ornstein suggested that Bournemouth defender Adrien Truffert could be available for a transfer fee of approximately £60 million next year. Truffert started 38 Premier League games for Bournemouth last season, recording one goal and five assists. Manchester United previously evaluated several options for the position, including Lewis Hall, Alejandro Balde, David Raum, and Jorge Salinas, but opted not to sign a new left-back this summer. The club is expected to reassess its defensive options as Shaw approaches the final year of his current contract.

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  • •Manchester United failed to acquire a new left-back during the latest transfer window.
  • •David Ornstein identifies Adrien Truffert as a potential target for 2027.
  • •Truffert is valued at approximately £60 million for a future move.
  • •Luke Shaw holds less than 12 months remaining on his current Manchester United contract.
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  • 8:05 AMYahoo Sports — 24-yo PL speedster wanted by United available for £60m in 2027, says David Ornstein
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1Manchester United are expected to continue their search for Luke Shaw’s long-term replacement after failing to strengthen the left-back position this year. The Englishman started every Premier Leag...

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