Man Utd could repeat Rooney masterclass by sealing “magnificent” late £40m transfer

Man Utd could repeat Rooney masterclass by sealing “magnificent” late £40m transfer

When Manchester United plays Wolves on Thursday, they have the opportunity to begin their Premier League season.

Erik ten Hag’s team beat Newport County 4-2, almost by accident, last Saturday, which exposed their weakness in the back.

In light of this, the Dutch manager needs to consider making a defensive investment to bolster the back line.

Man United is reportedly trying to complete a move for Jarrad Branthwaite, according to sources from Italy via TEAMtalk.

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The Everton player is reportedly available for a whopping £40 million with bonuses—more than half of what the Toffees were willing to pay for him.

Despite United’s limited spending this month, Sir Jim Ratcliffe and company are now ‘pushing’ to complete a deal in the last few days of the window, so they might be able to get Branthwaite for a low cost.

Wayne Rooney. With 253 goals in 539 appearances, this United legend cemented his record as the team’s all-time top striker.

The ex-scouser turned Manchester United player accomplished it all, from winning five Premier League titles and scoring a hat-trick on his Champions League debut to taking home the trophy years later.

Rooney arrived at the Red Devils in the summer of 2004 for a reported £30 million from Everton. By acquiring Branthwaite, United may duplicate that feat of brilliance. Branthwaite may also decide to follow in the footsteps of the legendary striker by moving from Merseyside to Manchester.

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Although ‘Wazza’ is no longer as young as he was when he arrived to Old Trafford, the 21-year-old has been a pillar of support for Everton this season, starting 18 Premier League games.

Alan Shearer, who hailed the defender as “magnificent” for his performances in the Toffees’ back, echoes that assessment. For a young player, he performed like a seasoned professional and settled in well as the left center-back. That sounds a lot like Rooney.