Manchester United are not entertaining Aston Villa's push for Amad Diallo, despite reports that Villa have submitted a concrete offer. The clearest part of the story is United's refusal to sell. Diallo has been sidelined at the start of the season through injury, but the club still view him as part of Michael Carrick's long-term plans.
United's line on Diallo
Football Insider's report is unambiguous on where United stand. It says the club have "no intention" of opening the door for Diallo to leave Old Trafford, especially not to a Premier League rival.
The same report adds that Villa have made their move, but United are not planning to entertain advances. That puts the focus on the club's stance rather than on any deal nearing completion.
Diallo has made only 3 appearances this season, and his season rating is 7.43. Even with that disrupted start, United appear reluctant to lose a player they still rate highly enough to keep in their long-term plans.
United's left-back plan
The wider deadline-day question is whether United add anyone else before the window closes. Alex Crook said there is "every chance" they do not sign any more players this window, and that the club are willing to wait until the summer if the right left-back does not come up.
That matters because Luke Shaw has only 2 appearances this season, and United are still being linked with left-back cover. Lewis Hall is reported to be their top target, with Newcastle United said to want £75m.
Villa can make the offer. United's response, at least for now, is to keep Diallo and wait on the rest of their business.
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