Manchester United "investigation" for Bayern Munich defender Niklas Sule

Manchester United is continuing preparations for the summer transfer window after "investigating" Bayern Munich defender Niklas Sule.

United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants to strengthen his squad this summer with a new defenseman at the top of the list of priorities.

According to sport1, Sule has become an integral part of Bayern in recent months and has attracted attention in Manchester.

Manchester United "investigated" Bayern Munich central defender Niklas Sule

Sule settled in Bavaria and made 36 appearances, scoring a goal this season.

In the United States, Marcos Rojo and Eric Bailly are expected to face an uncertain future at Old Trafford.

The interest in Sule grew after finding that his pace and power were steadily manifesting in the Bundesliga and Champions League.

Sule, photographed scoring Sadio Mane in the Champions League this season, is highly sought after

Sule's current contract, which runs until 2022, has no exit clause. According to estimates, in Germany, the market value of the defender would rise to more than 40 million pounds sterling.

The ties with United could see Bayern react and propose an extension of contract, as they would be reluctant to lose one of Europe's most promising young supporters.

After an exit from the Champions League in Barcelona, ​​Solskjaer lamented the quality gap between United's elite and Europe and insisted that a redesign was taking place. imposed players on coaches.

"We know that there is still work to be done," said Solskjaer following a 3-0 defeat in Spain.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants to strengthen his team to allow United to play again titles

"I've always said that it would not change overnight. The next few years will be mbadive to reach the level of Barcelona and other teams.

& # 39; We are posted and talked to the players. We must make the most of each other and create an environment where the best attitudes prevail.

"We have good players to work with but, as I said, we have a reconstruction job. It starts with coaches and players, and with one or two additions. & # 39;