Manchester United set to sign Gambian wonderkid Sandeh Kinteh for a hefty fee

The Red Devils’ defensive line is on the verge of a promising reinforcement.

Details: According to TeamTALK, 19-year-old central defender Abubakarr Sandeh Kinteh from Norwegian side Tromsø and the Gambian national team has caught the attention of Manchester United.

It is reported that Manchester United sporting director Jason Wilcox personally instructed the scouting team to closely monitor the 19-year-old Kinteh, who, despite his age, has been delivering mature and high-quality performances.

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This season, Kinteh has already made 25 appearances for Tromsø’s first team and even chipped in with a goal and an assist. He has also earned his first cap for the Gambian national team.

Tromsø fully understands that they are unlikely to retain the Gambian talent, so they are prepared to consider offers for Kinteh starting at €5 million.

Abubakarr Sandeh Kinteh’s current contract is valued at €5 million by Transfermarkt.

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