Man Utd’s Four-Target Striker Wishlist Revealed Amid Transfer Race Under Ruben Amorim
Manchester United’s pursuit of a new striker has gained momentum as a four-man shortlist emerges to bolster their struggling squad. With a disappointing Premier League season leaving them 13th in the table, hopes for European qualification through league placement are slipping away.
United’s Striker Shortlist
According to reports, the Red Devils have identified four potential signings:
Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford): A standout performer, though Brentford’s Thomas Frank has firmly stated his reluctance to sell.
Matheus Cunha (Wolves): A versatile forward already familiar with the Premier League.
Liam Delap (Ipswich): A rising talent attracting attention with his goal-scoring prowess.
Jonathan David (Lille): A proven striker in Ligue 1 with a high potential ceiling.
Financial Challenges and Player Sales
Manager Ruben Amorim, who replaced Erik ten Hag in November, faces the challenge of restructuring United’s squad. With just 27 goals scored in the league this season—less than even Wolves—United are desperate for attacking reinforcements. However, financial constraints under FFP rules mean that significant player sales are needed to fund new arrivals.
Potential departures include:
Alejandro Garnacho: Linked with Chelsea, his sale could generate significant profit.
Marcus Rashford: Selling him would ease the club’s wage bill considerably.
Kobbie Mainoo: Another young asset with high resale value.
Talks are reportedly ongoing, with Garnacho’s representatives spotted at Stamford Bridge and Napoli interested in a potential move.
Amorim’s Vision for United
Despite the challenges, Amorim remains focused on adapting the squad to his system. Speaking about transfers, the Portuguese manager said:
“I never explicitly said I want new players. The idea is to retain our best talents while building for the future, but we are aware of the club’s current position.”
With the FA Cup victory over Arsenal providing a temporary morale boost, United’s boss is racing against time to strengthen the squad before the transfer window closes.