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Manchester United could enter the transfer market for a new centre-back when the transfer window reopens this winter.
The Red Devils currently have Leny Yoro, Harry Maguire, Lisandro Martinez, Matthijs de Ligt and Ayden Heaven as their centre-back options.
Among them, Martinez and Heaven have had dismal starts to the season, and the former's future remains doubtful heading into the New Year.
Martinez's current deal expires at the end of June next year. United have the option to keep him for another 12 months but have yet to trigger the clause.
Hence, the Argentine is free to negotiate with foreign clubs in January and there is also the possibility that United could be prepared to sell him.
Amidst this, it is claimed that United have started the hunt for a new centre-back and they have earmarked three options ahead of the New Year.
Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite, Brentford's Nathan Collins and Fulham's Calvin Bassey are among options under the Red Devils' consideration.
Written by Sri Aswin
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