Manchester United boss Reuben Amorim INEOS has personally requested to sign a striker described as a 'big star', according to a report.
Amorim makes a big decision about Rashford
Leaving Marcus Rashford out of the team for the Manchester derby was one of Amorim's first big calls as United manager, and with the striker now believing his time at his boyhood club is coming to an end, a replacement may be needed in January. .
One possible option is RB Leipzig Benjamin Siscohaving sent scouts to watch the striker during his side's disappointing 5-1 defeat to Bayern Munich, although the 21-year-old scored just two minutes into the game.
The Red Devils are also reportedly He made an offer for Athletic Bilbao striker Neco Williamswho could be a more similar alternative to Rashford, are currently thought to be leading the race for his signature despite interest from elsewhere.
Manchester United's upcoming matches in the English Premier League |
date |
Bournemouth (h) |
December 22 |
Wolverhampton Wanderers (A) |
December 26 |
Newcastle United (h) |
December 30th |
Liverpool (A) |
January 5 |
Southampton (h) |
January 16 |
It is clear that Amorim is looking to put his own stamp on the team he inherited, with Spanish sources confirming that the new manager wants to rebuild the team, while also getting rid of a number of underperforming players.
The same report says so Amorim has now personally asked INEOS to sign Victor Osimhenwho could arrive as early as January due to a special clause included in his loan agreement with Turkish champions Galatasaray.
United are unhappy with the contributions of the strikers they currently have at the club, meaning Osimhen is very much on the radar, but the report shows they are also looking to strengthen in other areas of the pitch.
Amorim also requested to sign Barcelona's Ronald Araujo in defence, and Southampton's Tyler Debling on the wing, with the coach clearly determined to reshape his team this winter.
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Reports from Spain since then have continued to add to this Manchester United are willing to pay Osimhen's €75m (£62m) release clause. Along with Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain.
A new striker is needed at Old Trafford
It is clear that Amorim needs reinforcement in the offensive areas, with Joshua Zirkzee struggling to adapt to life in the team. Premier LeagueHe scored just four goals in all competitions in his first season.
As such, Osimhen could be the ideal signing for the Red Devils, given he is a proven goalscorer since his time with Napoli, and has been impressive in the Turkish league this season. He scored seven goals In 10 matches.
This is the ability of the Nigerian He was praised Hailed as a 'star' by the media, it is exciting news that Amorim is interested in bringing him to Old Trafford, and that a deal is possible in January.
It's been a poor first half of the season for United, and Osimhen could be a real signing to help them progress up the table.