Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes that strengthening his defense will contribute to Manchester United’s rise to prominence ahead of the upcoming season.

The Red Devils have conceded 33 goals as against their 56 goals scored – fifth on the Premier League table with a game against Aston Villa on Thursday. After acquiring Maguire from Leicester for £80million, it would be appropriate to discover his suitable partner to shield the United post.

According to ESPN, a long-term partner for Harry Maguire is on the hunt as a few players have been spotted in the Premier League to make the mark.

Bournemouth’s Nathan Ake, Tyron Mings of Aston Villa, and Milan’s Alessio Romagnoli are line-ups to choose from.

Ake and Mings are fighting relegation battles with their respective teams and their acquisition would not be burdened, as they could be available for cut-price deals.

AC Milan are looking to miss Champions League and securing the services of Romagnoli for Champions League football is a boost in the career of the Italian.

Nathan Ake was once connected to joining Liverpool to partner Virgil van Dijk likewise Tyron Mings.

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Their decision to join Manchester United would depend on whether the Red Devils booked their ticket to Europe by overcoming Leicester and Chelsea in the top four.

They are separated by four points with a game in hand following Brendan Rodger’s Leicester's 1 - 1 draw at the Emirates.