Paul Merson says his ‘worry’ about Patrick Dorgu is that Italy’s elite clubs appeared to give Manchester United a free run at landing the Lecce full-back this winter. United are expected to announce the arrival of Dorgu over the coming days, with the highly rated 20-year-old wing-back set to become the first signing of Ruben Amorim ’s tenure.

Patrick Dorgu has agreed personal terms with Manchester United and is expected to complete his move to Old Trafford shortly.

Manchester United target Patrick Dorgu has been a regular for Lecce this season and the Red Devils have been running out of time to complete a deal for the young Dane

Patrick Dorgu waved goodbye to Lecce supporters on Friday night ahead of his transfer to Manchester United. Earlier this week, United agreed a €35 million (£29.2m) deal with Lecce which will see Dorgu become the first signing of Ruben Amorim’s reign at Old Trafford.

Patrick Dorgu is waiting for the green light to travel to the UK and complete his move to Manchester United, a source has told ESPN.

Manchester United star Diogo Dalot has welcomed the prospect of greater competition at left-back amid speculation linking Lecce youngster Patrick Dorgu with a move to Old Trafford. The Red Devils identified left wing-back as a priority before the January transfer window opened for business,