Manchester United finally chose him as an alternative to Kieran Trippier

 

Manchester United was said to be interested in signing Atletico Madrid's Kieran Trippier as a backup right-back earlier this summer.

When it comes to selecting a backup right-back, United will be hoping for a replay of what happened on the other wing last season, when the signing of Alex Telles from Porto prompted Luke Shaw to win the Players' Player of the Year Award.

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Now, it appears that United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is contemplating James Tavernier of Rangers as a replacement for Trippier.

According to 90min.com, the Red Devils are one of four Premier League clubs interested in signing the 29-year-old, who has flourished in Scotland following a shaky start to his career.

Arsenal, Brighton, Norwich, and Manchester United are among others who have expressed an interest.

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Last season, he had 16 assists in all competitions for Rangers, earning him eight Man of the Match accolades.

Aaron Wan-Bissaka, 23, has a defensive-leaning approach that would be a wonderful counterpoint for his experience and offensive bias.

Having an alternative right-back option would benefit United in games where they are struggling to break down defenses or are fighting for a comeback.