Manchester United face a firm stance from VfB Stuttgart in their pursuit of defender Finn Jeltsch. The Bundesliga club are determined to keep the 20-year-old at least until the end of the season, resisting any January move.
Stuttgart are expected to hold off on considering offers for the young centre-back until next summer. The club could reconsider their position this winter only if a substantial bid arrives, but their current plan is to retain him. Jeltsch is seen as a key part of their squad for the ongoing campaign.
United, who sit 13th in the Premier League with four points from three games, have conceded six goals this season. Their defensive record shows room for improvement, which may explain their interest in bolstering their options. The club's recent form is mixed, with two wins, a draw and two losses in their last five matches across all competitions.
Their last outing was a 4-0 friendly win over Sabah FA, where Bruno Fernandes was among the scorers. Fernandes is also the team's top scorer this season with three goals in three appearances.
United's immediate focus returns to league action this weekend with an away trip to face Fulham. The full schedule of upcoming matches is available on our fixtures list. Erik ten Hag's side will be looking to build momentum after a 2-2 draw with Everton in their last Premier League fixture.
