Former Chelsea defender linked with shocking return to the EPL with Man Utd

Manchester United have been reportedly linked with moves to sign Barcelona defender Marcos Alonso this summer.

The Red Devils are keen on signing a new left-back before next week’s transfer deadline after losing two of their players Tyrell Malacia and Luke Shaw to injury.

Shaw who is a key player in Man Utd’s defence will be out until November while Malacia is still sidelined.

The Red Devils are believed to have made inquiries over the availability of Chelsea’s Marc Cucurella and Tottemham’s Sergio Reguilon.

But a report via the Daily Telegraph revealed the Red Devils have also asked about Alonso.

Alonso used to be a key player at Man United’s Premier League rival Chelsea.

The 32-year-old exited from Chelsea last summer to join Spanish giants Barcelona, starting 11 La Liga matches in their title-winning campaign last term.

Man Utd’s move for Alonso is considered temporary as they could opt for a loan deal.