Man Utd are targeting a new striker signing. (Image: GETTY)
will push to sign a new striker before the January transfer window ends if , or leave the club, according to reports. The Red Devils are in talks to hand a left-wing-back before 11pm on February 3, but there are plans also to bolster his attack.
United’s dismal 3-1 defeat at home to Brighton and Hove Albion on Sunday again highlighted the desperate need for reinforcements this month.
Antony’s imminent loan switch to Real Betis has opened the door for the Old Trafford giants to accelerate their pursuit of Lecce left-wing-back Patrick Dorgu.
But Amorim and the club hierarchy have also reportedly drawn up a striker shortlist to add goals that and Joshua Zirkzee aren’t providing.
According to , United scouts are tracking four options to add to their attacking firepower in the coming week or so.
Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo, Wolves’ Matheus Cunha, Ipswich Town’s Liam Delap and LOSC Lille’s Jonathan David all appear on the club’s radar.
However, United would need to clear space beyond Antony to sanction a pursuit amid ongoing restrictions imposed by the ‘s Profit and Sustainability Rules.
Rashford, Garnacho, and Mainoo would massively boost the club’s prospects of new signings if they were to leave permanently.
Man Utd are in the race for Matheus Cunha. (Image: Getty)
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Their status as homegrown players means any transfer fee would represent pure profit on the books.
And while Rashford is far more likely to depart on loan, removing his £315,000-a-week earnings from the wage bill would go a long way.
United reportedly would consider offers for all first-team players – including Mainoo – but the 19-year-old midfielder is expected to stay put for now.
Garnacho’s situation is different. and Napoli are in active talks over a stunning deal, with United thought to be demanding at least £59million.
The 20-year-old winger has held direct talks with the Serie A giants’ coach Antonio Conte. Meanwhile, his representatives visited Stamford Bridge on Monday for ‘s win against Wolves.
However, the report adds that any deal this month has been described as difficult due to United’s valuation of the talented Argentine.
If none of Rashford, Garnacho or Mainoo make way this month, Mbeumo, Cunha, Delap and David would likely remain targets for the summer.
United have reportedly held a longstanding interest in David, who has scored 17 goals in 30 appearances this season and netted 31 times in 59 caps for Canada.
The alternative trio have all impressed in the this season and could be viewed as less risky targets.