Manchester United have made some impressive inroads this campaign and could now look to sign a “unique” talent from the continent to strengthen their level of output in attack.
Man Utd look to January window under Ruben Amorim
Despite some trials and tribulations along the way, Manchester United have made a decent start to the Premier League campaign and find themselves in contention for European football at the midway point of the season.
Ruben Amorim has began to show tactical flexibility and has earned another layer of credit after his side held firm to secure a slender victory over Newcastle United. Nevertheless, their lack of depth is something that may need addressed in January amid an injury crisis of sorts.
However, the former Sporting boss did make it clear that Mason Mount’s withdrawal at half-time during their clash against the Magpies was taken as a precaution, which will come as a relief to supporters as the Red Devils close out the year.
He said in his post-match press conference: “He felt something at half-time. He wanted to go, and that is also a good thing. He wanted to go in the second half, but cannot lose more players, and if you are not 100 per cent, Jack (Fletcher) did a very good job.”
Alongside his need for midfielders, Manchester United are closing in on a surprise pre-contract move for Auxerre striker Lassine Sinayoko. He will be available for free next summer, and could arrive in January for a cut-price fee if circumstances align.
Now, Manchester United could be willing to swat aside rivals to bring in an exciting star who could add some pace and a new dimension in the wide areas.
Man Utd at front of queue to sign Hoffenheim’s Bazoumana Toure
According to CaughtOffside, Manchester United are said to be at the front of the queue to sign Hoffenheim’s Bazoumana Toure after running scouting checks on the Ivorian winger.
Arsenal are also in the hunt for his signature, and scouts who have been involved in data-driven analysis of his play have been blown away by his ‘ability to operate in transition-heavy systems’ both at club and international level, something that is becoming a key feature within the Premier League world.
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Friday’s narrow in over Newcastle showcased why another centre-forward is still needed at Manchester United.
With his market price set to soar should he be included in the Ivory Coast’s World Cup squad, Toure has registered two goals and five assists in 16 appearances this term and is only going up in the estimations of clubs across Europe.
Valued at around £39 million, Manchester United will face a tough fight to land the 19-year-old, but he looks to be worth every penny judging by his level of output at such a young age.
