Man Utd 'centre-back closing in on Premier League transfer with star set to pair up with forgotten ex-team-mate' | The Sun

MANCHESTER UNITED defender Teden Mengi is closing in on a move to Luton, according to reports.

The Hatters have signed former United star Tahith Chong this summer and manager Rob Edwards is still exploring ways to improve his squad.

Luton are keen to add a centre-back to their ranks following heavy defeats to Brighton and Chelsea in their opening two Premier League games.

Mengi, 21, is on Luton's radar and United could let him leave on loan if he is guaranteed to play first-team football, report The Telegraph.

The youngster has previously spent time on loan at Derby and Birmingham but his game time was limited.

Former United defender Axel Tuanzebe could also sign for Luton after leaving Old Trafford on a free this summer.

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Tuanzebe has been training with the Hatters although he is also being looked at by fellow Premier League newboys Sheffield United.

Mengi appears to be highly rated at United after being invited to train with the first team by Erik ten Hag last season.

Luton will be keen to bring in reinforcements before Friday's deadline day having seen a move for Newcastle's Isaac Hayden collapse at the last minute.

The midfielder underwent a medical ahead of a loan switch before the proposed move fell through.

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Luton have made ten signings this season including Prem veterans Tim Krul and Ross Barkley.

But they are still favourites for relegation following their play-off triumph last season.

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