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Manchester United fans urge club to swerve signing of Tottenham Hotspur’s Eric Dier

France v England - International Friendly (REUTERS)
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The Tottenham Hotspur midfielder did not have the best of games, with Manchester United’s Paul Pobga among his tormentors.

Manchester United manager Jose MourinhoManchester United manager Jose Mourinho

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has made Tottenham Hotspur’s Eric Dier his number one midfield target this summer, according to ESPN pundit Gabriele Marcotti.

The Red Devils have long been linked with a move for Dier and are said to have prioritised his signing ahead of Monaco man Fabinho.

But after the Tottenham star’s performance for England against France on Tuesday, it appears United fans are not quite as convinced as their manager is claimed be.

France v England - International FriendlyTottenham and England midfielder Eric Dier [left]

Dier was one of several Three Lions stars who endured a difficult evening at the hands of Paul Pogba and co, as Gareth Southgate’s side fell to a 3-2 defeat in Paris – despite playing much of the second half with a man advantage.

So here’s what those of a Manchester United persuasion have been saying about Tottenham’s number 15…

In contrast, two other Tottenham players did manage to impress at the Stade de France, with Harry Kane scoring both of England’s goals and Kieran Tripper winning plaudits on his international debut.

Should Manchester United sign Tottenham Hotspur’s Eric Dier this summer?

France v England - International FriendlyTottenham and England striker Harry Kane [centre]