Man Utd are set for a hectic final week. (Image: GETTY)
are running out of time to start rebuild in the January transfer window, with the February 3 deadline now just eight days away. But the signs suggest that plenty is about to unfold at across the next week, including high-profile incomings and outgoings.
Alejandro Garnacho is at the forefront of the transfer talk, with strongly tipped to complete a stunning move for the 20-year-old winger.
Meanwhile, Marcus Rashford hasn’t featured in United’s last 10 matches, but the clocking is ticking to find a new club before the window slams shut.
Lecce left-back Patrick Dorgu represents the most likely new arrival, but there is work to be done for the Red Devils to find a compromise on his transfer fee.
But what is Amorim’s dream outcome when it comes to these three players? Express Sport has a go at laying it out…
Alejandro Garnacho joins Napoli
Napoli were considered the frontrunners to sign Garnacho before failing to meet United’s £60million asking price and moving onto alternative targets.
have now risen to pole position, but the prospect of watching the talented Argentine grow into a superstar at a direct rival is enough to make supporters retch.
If Napoli dig into their pockets and table a suitable offer for Antonio Conte’s preferred replacement for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, that would undoubtedly be the preferred route.
But if either of the two clubs are going to meet Garnacho’s valuation, it’s almost certain to be , and United desperately need the funds.
Man Utd should target Bryan Mbeumo. (Image: Getty)
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Man Utd seal £84m double deal
Antony’s loan switch to Real Betis is thought to have unlocked space in the budget to sign Dorgu. Lecce are holding out for £34m.
Garnacho’s exit would require a replacement to fill the void left behind by one of United’s most influential players this season.
If the No. 17 departs, United should go all out to beat rival suitors to Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo, reportedly valued at £50m.
The red-hot 25-year-old has been one of the ‘s finest forwards this term and would instantly upgrade Amorim’s options in different attacking positions.
Marcus Rashford and Casemiro exit
Rashford has grown used to watching United games from a corporate box since Amorim replaced . Casemiro may as well be doing the same.
The Brazilian, who turns 33 next month, is consistently an unused substitute, making it clear he doesn’t fit in the club’s future plans.
In Casemiro and Rashford, United have almost £700,000 a week in wages watching from the sidelines, a shuddering thought.
Removing not just Rashford off the wage bill would be a boost, with Barcelona the primary interested party. But getting rid of Casemiro, too, would offer hugely beneficial financial room to work with.