Man Utd eye £75m Hall signing on deadline day from Newcastle

Man Utd are eyeing a deadline‑day signing of Newcastle United defender Lewis Hall, with reports suggesting a bid of more than £75 million would be required to persuade the Magpies to let the 22‑year‑old leave. United have identified Hall as their primary target to provide competition for left‑back Luke Shaw as the transfer window closes.

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Manchester United manager Michael Carrick spoke via Reuters/Lee Smith By Matt Smith AM GMT+1, confirming the club’s interest. Matt Smith is a football writer covering the Premier League and exclusive news for GIVEMESPORT, and his report forms the basis of this transfer update.

Hall’s price tag and United’s need

Newcastle United defender Lewis Hall is a key player for the Magpies, and a bid of more than £75 million would be needed for United to secure his services. The Red Devils have made Hall their number one target over the past months, and they are prepared to act on Deadline Day.

Luke Shaw has struggled at times since the Premier League resumed, prompting United to seek fresh competition at left‑back. While alternative options exist, Hall remains the preferred choice to challenge Shaw for the starting berth.

United have already solved their midfield concerns by signing Carlos Baleba, Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos. A further addition could come from Brighton, with a possible late‑season attacker such as Matheus Cunha, especially as Joshua Zirkzee is linked with a move away.

The window appears set for a quiet close for United, although other clubs are expected to be busier. They could still surprise supporters on Deadline Day, and GiveMeSport will be watching closely. Us, here, Give and the broader fanbase will be keen for any late development.

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