It's no secret that Mats Hummels is one of the most desired center backs in all of Europe, and his manager Jürgen Klopp is aware of this. With Hummels eager to play Champions League football next season, the World Cup champion with Germany is starting to consider a move to Manchester United. During an interview with a German TV network, Klöpp admitted Hummels may be ready to play for the Red Devils, but the club remains unconvinced about letting the player go.
"He's got what it takes to play for Manchester United. As of now, he is considering to play there, but there's no doubt that we want to keep him here. How we are going to accomplish that is yet to be seen. If he ends up leaving the club, we are already scouting some players that seem to be interesting, and we will decide once we know what happens with Mats," Dortmund's coach stated.
Hummels has been linked to a move towards the Premier League for months, and prior to his performance in the World Cup, he was one of Barcelona's most-wanted defenders, but their transfer ban prevented Hummels to join los Blaugranas during the past summer.
Sources indicate Manchester United would be willing to pay up to 70 million euros for Hummels and midfielder Ilkay Gundögan, who are being closely followed by Dutch manager Louis Van Gaal. United's boss has stated one of his priorities for next season will be addind some talent to their defense, which would include signing Southampton's right back Nathaniel Clyne.
