Dorgu is set to move to Old Trafford before the end of the transfer window, but according to TBR Football, United have approved his request to be involved for Lecce against Parma. While Dorgu has started in each of Lecce's last 18 Serie A matches, he dropped down to the bench to face Parma - hinting that a move to United is edging ever closer.

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

Man Utd are closing on signing of Patrick Dorgu from Lecce in deal worth in region of £30m; 20-year-old left wing-back showed a strong desire to join United and is due to fly to the UK on Thursday for his medical;

Manchester United transfer news as Patrick Dorgu could play his final game for Lecce before his move to Old Trafford

Patrick Dorgu - a left full-back who plays for Lecce in Serie A - is set to sign for the club before the January window slams shut in a few days, ending Ruben Amorim's fears over a natural wing-back. Diogo Dalot has performed well in recent weeks but it looks like the 20-year-old could be heavily involved upon his arrival.

Dorgu has made 57 appearances for Lecce since joining them from Danish side Nordsjaelland in 2022 and has been capped four times by Denmark. He is recognised as one of the most talented defenders in Serie A, and United have moved fast to secure his services amid interest from Chelsea.