Man Utd's new consultant coach won't make the players significantly faster, but will improve their mechanics, efficiency and resilience

A deal for either club could prove costly, however, with other reports suggesting that Dortmund could demand a fee of between €70m-80m (£58-66m) for their prized asset. Kobel has made 143 appearances in all competitions since joining Dortmund from Stuttgart back in 2021, while twice being named in the Bundesliga Team of the Season.

Ruben Amorim has admitted Manchester United need a player like Marcus Rashford but says the forward “has to change” and meet his standards to have a future with the club. Seven weeks have passed since Rashford last played for the Red Devils and his wait continues.