Manchester United fans were pleading to sign Tottenham star after FA Cup Final defeat.
Manchester United blew their chance of winning the FA Cup with a self-inflicted final defeat to Chelsea.
Defender Phil Jones put in a calamitous performance to gift Chelsea the winner, and it is time United cut ties with the England defender.
The fact he was starting in the first place was a sign United’s moves for Eric Bailly and Victor Lindelof have not yet worked out, and fans are keen to see a new face replace Jones.
During and after the Wembley defeat, United supporters on social media were pleading for the club to sign the Belgian.
United’s defensive failings highlighted a need for Alderweireld, and this should make the Red Devils step up their efforts.
At the same time it could play into Tottenham’s hands, with chairman Daniel Levy a tough negotiator.
Even so, Alderweireld is a clear upgrade on Phil Jones, and United should pay what it takes to get a deal over the line.
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