Manchester United have identified Bournemouth left-back Adrien Truffert as a potential successor to Luke Shaw, but are reportedly facing a £60 million asking price.
United opted not to recruit a new left-back during the summer, despite the position remaining an area Michael Carrick may look to strengthen. Shaw, now 31, remains the club’s first choice but has experienced repeated fitness problems in recent seasons.
Lewis Hall had been viewed as a leading alternative, yet Newcastle’s decision to tie the defender to a new contract until 2031 has made him increasingly difficult to prise away.
Adrien Truffert emerges as Manchester United option
Bournemouth are understood to have placed a £60m valuation on Truffert and are not prepared to consider a cut-price sale. The Cherries have reportedly adopted a similarly firm stance over several of their most valuable players, including Alex Scott, Eli Junior Kroupi and Rayan, each of whom is said to carry a valuation of about £100m.
Truffert joined Bournemouth from Rennes in 2025 and quickly established himself in the Premier League. The 24-year-old started every league match last season, contributing one goal and five assists.
His energy, tackling and willingness to overlap have reportedly made him attractive to United, who are seeking a full-back capable of providing attacking intensity while offering greater reliability on the left.
Truffert’s defensive figures have also strengthened his case. He recorded 103 tackles and 48 interceptions last season, while pundit Jason Cundy described him as “the best left-back in the Premier League”.
Newcastle deal complicates pursuit of Lewis Hall
Hall’s new long-term agreement has given Newcastle considerable leverage and could make any move for him prohibitively expensive. That has helped push Truffert towards the front of the queue as a more attainable alternative.
United would still have to decide whether the reported £60m fee represents good value, particularly while Shaw remains the first-choice option. Truffert’s Premier League experience and durability, however, would offer advantages over signing a player solely on potential.
There is no immediate need for United to complete a deal, but the club’s succession planning cannot be delayed indefinitely. If Truffert maintains his current level, he could provide a more straightforward long-term solution than continuing to pursue Hall.
