Manchester United are ready to spend 20 million euros to sign defensive rock David Afffengruber from Elche.

Manchester United are showing particular interest in Elche defender David Afffengruber as part of their plans to upgrade their defensive system. According to reports from Deportivo, the Old Trafford club are willing to spend around €20 million to secure the 25-year-old's signature at the end of this season.

The modern center-back model suited to the Premier League.

David Afffengruber is currently one of the most outstanding central defenders for Elche in La Liga. With his ideal height and excellent situational awareness, the Austrian player is considered a modern defender. He possesses all the qualities to quickly adapt to the physically demanding and fast-paced environment of English Premier League football.

Currently, Afffengruber still has a contract with his club until 2027. This position allows Elche to be confident in negotiations and demand a reasonable price for their most valuable star. For Manchester United, this is seen as a quality addition given the ongoing fitness and form issues of their key defenders.

Manchester United's long-term plan

Despite Harry Maguire having just agreed to a contract extension, Manchester United's management still recognizes the need for a long-term successor for the English center-back. Targeting Afffengruber reflects the manager's strategy of rejuvenating and increasing squad depth in preparation for further goals in the Champions League and domestic competitions.

However, the race to sign the 25-year-old star is heating up more than ever with the emergence of Atletico Madrid. Sources from Spain claim that "half of Europe" are closely monitoring the defender's progress. This fierce competition forces Manchester United to make an official offer soon if they don't want to lose this potential target to direct rivals.

If this deal goes through smoothly, David Afffengruber could become a valuable signing, bringing much-needed stability and steel to the Red Devils' defense in the near future. The opportunity to join one of the world's biggest clubs is wide open for the Austrian center-back.