Manchester United have reportedly made Nico Schlotterbeck their number one defensive target for the summer. German outlet BILD say he’s the priority signing.

But here’s the problem…

Lisandro Martinez has been unreal of late. Both are aggressive, left-footed centre-backs who like to step into midfield. Can they actually play together? Or is this a long-term replacement move?

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