MANCHESTER UNITED have joined the race for Fulham’s on-loan Lyon defender Joachim Andersen, according to reports.
The Dane moved to Craven Cottage last summer, after finding opportunities limited with the French side.
Despite Fulham’s struggles, he has hit the ground running in West London, earning the captain’s armband in just his fourth Premier League appearance.
And his quick progress has not gone unnoticed by potential suitors.
Danish outlet BT claim that the Red Devils have more than just a passing interest in the 24-year-old.
And they are not the only ones.
London rivals Tottenham and Chelsea also have the imposing 6ft 4in stopper on their radar.
While Leicester and Crystal Palace are also fans of the player.
If Fulham stay up, however, he could opt to stay for next season.
Andersen is understood to have a close relationship with boss Scott Parker.
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But staying for a campaign in the Championship would seemingly be out of the question.
The four-cap defender will still have three years remaining on his contract at parent club Lyon.
But with the Ligue 1 title hopefuls having just renewed Jason Denayer and Marcelo, he isn’t thought to have a future at Groupama Stadium.
Spurs may have stolen a march on their rivals for Andersen, with BT also claiming that his representatives are set to meet with the North Londoners next week.
But it is believed that they will have to pay around £25million for his services.
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Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
