Man Utd still eyeing move to sign “fantastic” star despite summer failure

Man Utd still eyeing move to sign “fantastic” star despite summer failure

Manchester United apparently still has one specific attacking star on their radar ahead of the winter transfer window in January, despite a stellar summer of acquisitions.

Off the field, the Red Devils may have had the best summer ever.Months later, Erik ten Hag’s team can boast they received all the additions they were looking for throughout the pitch.

Leny Yoro and Joshua Zirkzee gave United’s defense and attacking options a boost, and they then added Matthijs de Ligt, a noteworthy addition.

Then, to round off a summer filled with drama, Manuel Ugarte from Paris Saint-Germain was ultimately welcomed to Old Trafford in a transaction allegedly for £50.5 million with add-ons.

Speaking to the club’s official website, Manchester United sporting director Dan Ashworth welcomed the midfielder, saying: “Signing Manuel was another of our primary targets for this summer.

“He is among the very best ball-winning midfield players in the world and has an excellent record at both club and international level. His qualities, experience and passion will be a great complement to our strong group of midfielders.

“Manuel is a player we’ve watched closely, and we are excited to see the positive impact he will make on the pitch and in the dressing room as we continue to strive for success.”

Ugarte’s arrival could be a sign of things to come in the future, too. According to The Athletic, Manchester United still have Benjamin Sesko on their radar despite failing to complete a move for the RB Leipzig forward earlier in the window.

The Leipzig star was the subject of quite the saga at the start of the window, reportedly rejecting a move to Arsenal  and watching on as  United also failed  with their own approach. One to keep an eye on when the January window swings open, Sesko could arrive to complete Manchester United’s attack.

“Fantastic” Sesko would partner Hoijlund

Given that Zirkzee is more of a modern-day forward who is in between a No 9 and an attacking midfielder, Manchester United would be wise to welcome Sesko, as he could form a deadly partnership with Rasmus Hojlund.

With two out-and-out goalscorers, United would be solving Ten Hag’s attacking problem once and for all.

The 21-year-old has found himself at the centre of praise this year, including from Football Talent Scout’s Jacek Kulig, who described Sesko’s form as “fantastic” in April.