{
  "id": 20209650,
  "title": "EPL: Pochettino’s Man Utd targets Super Eagles defender Bassey – Report",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/15/epl-pochettinos-man-utd-targets-super-eagles-defender-bassey-report-20209650",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-15T18:34:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/epl-pochettinos-man-utd-targets-super-eagles-defender-bassey-report/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Manchester United has reportedly targeted Fulham defender and Super Eagles player, Calvin Bassey, for the upcoming January transfer window, according to The Telegraph. Pochettino, who will be taking over as Manchester United's head coach later this week, is expected to prioritize strengthening the team's defense. Bassey, who has made an impressive start to the season at Fulham, is considered a strong option due to his pace, physical presence, and ability to play at left-back. His contract is set to expire next summer, with Fulham having the option to extend it by another 12 months. Reports suggest that Bassey's performance at Fulham has been noteworthy, and he has captained the team under Alvaro Arbeloa this season. However, Fulham may struggle to resist a substantial offer for Bassey if he does not agree to a new contract before January.",
  "summary": "Fulham and Super Eagles defender, Calvin Bassey, has reportedly emerged as a key transfer target for Manchester United ahead of the January transfer window Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-pochettinos-man-utd-targets-super-eagles-defender-bassey-report/",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}