Why do Manchester United want to sign Benjamin Pavard? Here we bring you a tactical analysis of the player as a centre back.

Pavard seems like he will be the centre back that United will push to sign. Erik Ten Hag had named Jean-Clair Todibo and the Bayern defender as his top targets.

Many fans are not sold on Pavard. However, the centre back is a great player and could be another top signing by the Dutchman in this transfer window.

Benjamin Pavard IMAGO / Revierfoto

Why Manchester United Want To Sign Benjamin Pavard

Analysing Pavard is one thing but there is something people forget. He has played at the top level for the majority of his career and has won a host of major honours.

Four Bundesliga titles and a World Cup stand out as top achievements. First, his passing is a key stat for how Ten Hag likes to play.

Passing, per 90;

  • Completion – 88.9%
  • Progressive passes – 7.62

Defensive numbers, per 90;

  • Tackles – 2.48
  • Interceptions – 1.62
  • Blocks – 1.35
  • Clearances – 3.12
  • Aerials won – 2.29

Pavard is not only an experienced player, but a long term top signing. For around £22million, the signing is a no brainer given his versatility.

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