• Manchester United signs Denmark defender Patrick Dorgu from Lecce for €30m (£25m).
• Dorgu agrees to a five-and-a-half-year contract, with potential add-ons of €5m.
• He expressed excitement about working under coach Ruben Amorim.
• Technical director Jason Wilcox praised Dorgu's talent and versatility.

Manchester United has officially signed Patrick Dorgu, a promising young defender from Lecce, in a deal reported to be worth €30 million (£25.1 million), with an additional potential €5 million (£4.2 million) in bonuses. The 20-year-old Denmark international has committed to a contract lasting until June 2030, with an option for an additional year, pending visa and registration formalities, as reported by BBC and The Guardian.

Dorgu has made a significant impact at Lecce, playing 57 matches and scoring five goals since making his senior debut. He shared his enthusiasm about joining Manchester United, stating, "I am incredibly proud to be able to call myself a Manchester United player; this is a very special day for my whole family," indicating his eagerness to develop under Ruben Amorim. The coach is implementing a tactical approach that emphasizes a three-man defensive scheme, making Dorgu's role as an attacking wing-back crucial for the team's future success.

United’s technical director, Jason Wilcox, noted that Dorgu’s combination of strong defensive skills, adaptability, and excellent work ethic makes him a pivotal addition to the squad. Wilcox emphasized that Dorgu "has had a superb start to his career," and he will continue to evolve in the club's competitive environment. This signing marks an essential step in United's strategy to reinforce their squad with talented young players under Amorim's management. As stated in AP News, Dorgu’s role will be significant as Manchester United aims to implement a successful wing-back system.