Man Utd dealt hammer blow in pursuit of ‘untouchable’ transfer target

Michael Carrick’s Manchester United are on the hunt for a left-back this summer (Picture: Getty)

Newcastle have reportedly ruled out a transfer move for Lewis Hall amid strong interest from Manchester United this summer.

Hall, 21, left Chelsea to join Newcastle in search of regular playing time – following an initial loan move – in 2024 and has since gone on to establish himself as one of the most sought-after left-backs in the English game.

Also comfortable operating in midfield, Hall’s versatility has proven invaluable over the course of his three seasons in the north east and he played a key role in the Magpies’ historic Carabao Cup triumph last year.

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