Manchester United have moved swiftly to agree a deal worth £40 million to sign Brighton left-back Ferdi Kadioglu, according to reports from AS Marca.
The Red Devils have been targeting defensive reinforcements and identified the 26-year-old Turkish international as a priority signing for the window.
United have already completed the signing of Carlos Baleba, and Kadioglu now looks set to be the next arrival through the doors at Old Trafford.
Brighton are understood to be preparing for life without Kadioglu, with reports suggesting the Seagulls are closing in on a deal for Young Boys left-back Jaouen Hadjam as a replacement.
Fenerbahce negotiated a 10% sell-on clause when they sold Kadioglu to Brighton, meaning the Turkish club will receive approximately £4 million from the transfer proceeds.
Discussions over a potential £50 million transfer have also been reported, though the £40 million figure remains the most widely cited valuation attached to the deal so far.
No details have yet emerged regarding when medical tests will take place, leaving the finer logistical details of the transfer still to be confirmed publicly.
Kadioglu enjoyed an impressive campaign at Brighton last season, making 37 Premier League appearances and demonstrating remarkable stamina and commitment throughout the year.
One of the Turkish defender’s standout qualities was his extraordinary work-rate, covering 378.5km in the Premier League, which was the highest distance covered by any player in the Brighton squad.
United see Kadioglu as the ideal candidate to provide genuine competition for Luke Shaw at left-back, with the position long considered an area in need of depth and quality.
The versatile defender is capable of operating across both full-back positions and can also slot into midfield when required, offering valuable tactical flexibility to his new manager.
Brighton’s willingness to sell while Kadioglu still held significant market value suggests both clubs are aligned on completing this transfer before the window closes.