Erik Ten Hag, the manager of Manchester United, is seeking for a new midfielder to anchor the team at Old Trafford.
According to Sky Sports writer Dharmesh Sheth, Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag is focusing on one ‘important midfield target’ in particular to help bolster his engine room at Old Trafford.
What’s the latest news at Manchester United?
According to Transfermarkt, the Red Devils have signed four players so far in the form of Mason Mount, Andre Onana, Rasmus Hojlund, and Jonny Evans on a temporary basis. It is unclear, though, whether Evans will finish the season at Old Trafford.
Naturally, Manchester United began their Premier League campaign on Monday night at home against Wolverhampton Wanderers and won 1-0 thanks to a header from Raphael Varane. However, they struggled to create chances against the Old Gold, who, according to BBC Sport, created the vast majority of the opportunities present in the match.
In his post-game press conference, Ten Hag commended his team’s perseverance in securing three points on the first day. He added, “They were more aggressive, as we were, but yet still, we have to find a way to win the game. That is what we accomplished, and as a result, the team’s spirit and will to succeed are evident. And we’re content. Of course, I was really happy with the victory because it was a fight.
Benjamin Pavard, a defender for Bayern Munich who might cost a minimum of £26 million, is a target for Manchester United in terms of recruitment.
Sofyan Amrabat, a midfielder for Fiorentina, is another player who has been closely linked with Manchester United recently. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano predicted when Ten Hag might make a move for the Moroccan international while speaking on the Debrief podcast: “After they clarify the situation of Van de Beek, they will enter into concrete talks for Sofyan Amrabat.”
Sheth, a journalist for Sky Sports, believes that Amrabat, who has been called “phenomenal,” is unquestionably a “key midfield target” for Ten Hag between now and the transfer window’s closing.
Amrabat appears to be ten Hag’s primary midfield target, according to Sheth. United is seriously considering him. They really enjoy him. But more importantly, Erik ten Hag likes him a lot.
“He has previously played for Erik ten Hag, when ten Hag was Utrecht’s manager and Amrabat was a player there.
“Everyone is aware of his abilities since he demonstrated them on the international scene when representing Morocco in their amazing World Cup run at the tail end of last year.There is obviously interest, and Fiorentina are aware of it. United, in my opinion, is in the position where they are prepared to make a bid for Amrabat but they first want to trim their team and possibly make back some money.
Who else are Manchester United keen on and who could leave?
The Guardian claims that Manchester United has contacted Everton about midfield prodigy Amadou Onana, despite the Toffees’ reluctance to part with one of their prized players.
To get the Belgian international, Manchester United would have to shell out at least £50 million, which is the going rate for other well-known midfielders in this transfer window.
According to talkSPORT, Anthony Martial may be ready to leave West Ham United and the English club is eager to present the Frenchman with a fresh opportunity at the London Stadium.
Although a £30 million transfer fee has been agreed upon by the two clubs, Telegraph Sport reports that the Hammers, who are also interested in signing Harry Maguire this summer, have started to look at other options.