Speaking to Bild, Haidara said that despite the Premier League being an attractive destination, he still has a lot to learn and achieve at Leipzig. United were in the market for a midfielder in January, and Haidara was one of their targets.
However, the midfielder stayed put in Leipzig. While admitting that the English league is ‘interesting’, he wants to develop at the Bundesliga club, saying:
Haidara also wants to see out his contract at Leipzig, and does not intend to leave before it expires in 2025, saying:
Manchester United were on the lookouts for midfielders in January. Interim manager Ralf Rangnick has relied on the likes of Scott McTominay and Fred in recent games. However, considering their limited skills, United need upgrades in the middle third if they wish to compete for the Premier League and the Champions League.
The Red Devils have been linked with many defensive midfielders, with Haidara being one of them. The 24-year-old has made 18 appearances for Leipzig this season, and has scored thrice across competitions. He was recently away on international duty, competing in the Africa Cup of Nations with Mali.
United, meanwhile, did not sign any new players in the recently concluded January transfer window.
Manchester United had some high-profile departures in January
Despite not signing any new players, Manchester United allowed Donny van de Beek and Anthony Martial to leave Old Trafford on loan deals.
Van de Beek joined Premier League side Everton on loan till the end of the season. Martial, meanwhile, signed for La Liga outfit Sevilla. United also loaned out Amad Diallo to Scottish champions Rangers.
Manchester United, though, did not allow winger Jesse Lingard to leave on deadline day despite interest from Newcastle United and West Ham United. The 29-year-old winger currently has five months remaining in his contract.
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