Manchester United are close to completing a deal for Lecce left-back Patrick Dorgu. United had one bid for the Denmark international turned down last week but have remained in negotiations for the 20-year-old and believe it is a matter of time before he is cleared to have a medical.

Manchester United now have a deal in place to sign 20-year-old Denmark international Patrick Dorgu in a permanent, record-breaking deal from Lecce. Here is everything you need to know about the

Manchester United have reached a broad agreement with Lecce for the transfer of Patrick Dorgu for €30million (£25.2m) plus €5m (£4.2m) in add-ons. The Serie A side had been holding out for €40m (£33.6m) but negotiations have brought the figure to below United’s aim of a total £30m package with the add-ons a split of both simple bonuses and others that are more difficult to achieve.

Lecce defender Patrick Dorgu is close to signing for Manchester United this week as the two clubs have reportedly agreed on a deal.

Lecce have officially announced the signing of two new defenders in Danilo Veiga and Tiago Gabriel on Tuesday afternoon, who could be the replacements for Patrick Dorgu, who is on the verge of

As the transfer deadline approaches, Manchester United seem determined to sign Patrick Dorgu from Lecce. Why has he caught their eye?

Lecce president Sticchi Damiani says the club is "trying to resist" Manchester United's pressure to sign 20-year-old Denmark left-back Patrick Dorgu, who the Italian club value at €40m (£33.8m). (Football Italia)Want more transfer stories?