Dortmund stay appeals to Svensson as United weigh left-back options

Daniel Svensson has played down talk of a Premier League move, saying there was nothing concrete and that he enjoys his time at Borussia Dortmund – a measured response for Manchester United as they weigh up their longer-term left-back options.

The 24-year-old’s comments, reported by The Peoples Person on Wednesday 30 September, came in an interview with SVT Sport. The questions quoted by the outlet concerned Arsenal and Liverpool, so Svensson did not directly address United in the available remarks; his words provide context for the Reds’ reported interest.

Svensson is settled at Dortmund

Svensson joined Dortmund from Nordsjælland on loan in the summer of 2024 before earning a permanent deal. He scored four goals and supplied two assists in 45 appearances last season, and has added one goal and one assist in seven starts this campaign.

United ended the transfer window without signing a left-back. The club had been linked with Lewis Hall, Alejandro Balde and David Raum; Hall has since renewed with Newcastle, while a January move for Balde remains possible, according to The Peoples Person. Svensson is under contract at Dortmund until 2029.

Luke Shaw’s contract situation is part of the wider left-back picture, while United’s defensive recruitment plans reflect the need to strengthen beyond one position.

“There was nothing concrete and I had not heard anything more than what was written in the newspaper. I enjoy my time in Dortmund and look forward to continuing the journey there.” – Daniel Svensson, as quoted by The Peoples Person from his SVT Sport interview.

Svensson’s season at a glance

Source: Transfermarkt, as reported by The Peoples Person. Svensson also has one goal and one assist in seven starts this season; his Dortmund contract runs until 2029.

United’s left-back search remains open

The Peoples Person identifies Svensson as an alternative, with Hall still United’s priority despite Newcastle’s new deal making that pursuit more difficult. Tyrick Mitchell is another option mentioned, while the outlet says United are expected to invest in a left-back in 2027.

Svensson’s comments offer no sign of an imminent move: he said nothing concrete had emerged and that he was enjoying life in Dortmund. Any Old Trafford prospect would depend on United’s planning, Dortmund’s position and whether the player’s current stance changes.