Rio Ferdinand and Nemanja Vidic were two key elements on the part of Manchester United and achieved great levels of success during the time of Sir Alex Ferguson.
The pair solidified their long-standing location at the heart of their defense, helping the Red Devils win multiple Premier League and Champions League titles.
Such partnerships are extremely difficult in modern games. Current boss Reuben Amorim dreams of having such a duo at the heart of his backline in 2024/25.
The Portuguese manager led the club to the Europa League finals during his first few months of responsibility. It’s important to be successful at Old Trafford this summer.
A few months before the transfer period opens, the manager has already wastes no time identifying targets that can improve his defensive division.
This summer, the latest news on United’s hunting for new defenders.
Given the fact that United have confirmed 51 times in this campaign in the Premier League, it’s not surprising to see a hierarchy targeting the hierarchy within the backline.
Dean Huysen is one of the players he’s already discussed, but the Red Devils face huge competition with other British sides such as Arsenal, Liverpool and Newcastle United.
But he is not the only option on their list. According to one Spanish outlet, Inter Milan’s Staryan Bisek has appeared on their radar.
Their reports say Amorim’s subordinates are considering offering to Germany International, with his aggressive approach and his ability to play from the back that catches his eye.
The 24-year-old also said he is open to potential moves to Old Trafford this summer.
How United can form the next Ferdinand and Vidic?
Within United’s current first team photo, it is unclear how many players will be held and who will be sold, and who will be sold to raise money to influence the team.
However, centre-back Lenny Yoro will become an important part of his plans at the Theatre of Dreams after joining from Losc Lille, a League One outfit in a £52 million deal 12 months ago.
The 19-year-old has already made 30 appearances in all competitions in 2024/25, leading to a comparison with former defender Ferdinand and could continue to star for the club in the future.
Yoro needs his own version of Vidic to partner with him at the heart of defense, as Inter’s Visek could provide it and allow for another great partnership for Amorim.
The Serbs were the dominant forces on United’s back during their eight years of spells at the Theatre of Dreams, making 300 appearances and registering 21 goals.
Such achievements undoubtedly solidified his place in the history of the club forever.
When he delves into his statistics from an ongoing campaign, he shows off his talent and has the opportunity to move his game further if he switches to the UK.
The German, labelled “one of the best centre-backs” by Lothar Matthäus, was able to complete 92% of the passes he attempted.
Without the ball, Bisek was equally impressive, earning 73% of the tackles he entered, with 74% of the air winning.
Yann Bisseck statistics for Serie A (2024/25) | |
|---|---|
Statistics (per 90) | totalling |
The game has been played | twenty four |
Goals and Assistance | 4 |
Accuracy | 92% |
The tackle won | 73% |
The duel won | 4.3 |
The air won | 2.7 |
Aerial success rate | 74% |
Intercept has been performed | 1.1 |
Recovery has been done | 3.7 |
Statistics via FOTMOB | |
He also managed to do 1.1 intercepts per 90 people, making 3.7 recovery and providing an additional defensive presence on his back.
It is unclear how much class the 24-year-old trades will cost this summer, but it is clear that he has all the tools that impressed him with the UK’s top flights.
If he approaches the level produced by the Serbs in the Premier League, it becomes a bargain regardless of the price.
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