Nigerian-born star to become Amorim’s first signing as Manchester United agree deal for Serie A youngster

Danish defender Patrick Dorgu is set to become Manchester United’s first signing of the Ruben Amorim era.

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The Lecce youngster has been pursued by the Red Devils for majority of the Januaryg transfer window, and reports suggest that a deal has now been agreed for his move to Old Trafford.

According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the deal for Dorgu’s signature has been struck between Manchester United and Lecce, leaving only a few steps for the transfer to be completed.

Dorgu will become a Manchester United this January after the Red Devils reportedly agreed to pay an initial €30m fee plus an additional €5m in potential add-ons.

Dorgu himself has already agreed to personal terms with Manchester United with the Serie A talent reportedly set for a long-term contract with the Red Devils.

The Lecce star will now undergo a medical to complete the move in the closing hours of the January transfer window.

Manchester United's latest addition may represent Denmark at the international level, but the Serie A-based prodigy also has Nigerian blood running through his veins.

Although the 20-year-old was born in Copenhagen, Denmark, his parents are Nigerians, and he could have played for Nigeria if his Danish roots were not as deep.

Dorgu has two brothers, Ifenna, who is with Genoa's youth team, and Gabriel, who is a goalkeeper with Gentofte. All three brothers are registered as Danish footballers despite their Nigerian roots.

Manchester United's new signing can play at both sides of the defence as well as further up the pitch on the right side.