Reuben AmorimFor the first six weeks he is in charge Manchester United it sure wasn’t as easy as he expected, but it looks like his ideas are finally coming to fruition.
The 39-year-old may have only won two Premier League matches to date, but managed to produce a much-improved performance against leaders Liverpool on Sunday to halt a four-game losing streak.
Goals from Lisandro Martínez and Amad Diallo secured a surprise point given the Reds’ impressive home form, with the 3-4-2-1 starting to look effective in all areas of the pitch.
Despite the results, the January transfer window presents the first opportunity for the new boss to strengthen his ranks, with several areas needing drastic investment to return the club to its glory days.
One area in particular could be vastly improved, with a number of names already linked with a move to Old Trafford, including one who has highlighted England’s top flight in recent months.
Man Utd to make £42m bid for PL star
According to a Spanish newspaper, Man Utd are willing to make a bid of €50m (£42m). to land the Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo before the end of the January window.
The 25-year-old has been in excellent form for Thomas Frank’s side in 2024/25. scoring 13 times in 20 appearanceswith only Erling Haaland and Mohamed Salah scoring more to date.
However, the Bees would be reluctant to part ways with the star in this window, but the report claims that the United hierarchy see the Cameroonian as the solution to their attacking issues.
He can play in a variety of attacking roles, be it centrally, as a ten or out wide – which could make him a perfect fit for Amorim’s current philosophy.
It would certainly provide an upgrade to a player currently plying his trade at Old Trafford, possibly ending his long association with the club in the process.
Because Mbeumo would be an upgrade for Rashford
Graduate of the Academy Marcus Rashford looked set to be a crucial player during Amorim’s tenure behind the net three times in his first two games under the new boss.
However, it looks like his time with his boyhood club could be over in the near future following his recent first-team bans.
The Englishman has not featured for the Red Devils since the Europa League win over Viktoria Plzen in the first week of December, failing to feature in any of the last six outputs in all matches.
Borussia Dortmund, Milan and Juventus are only three sides are interested in signing the 27-year-old this window, opening the door for a potential move for Mbeumo.
The Brentford ace has vastly outperformed Rashford in several key areas during 2024/25, underlining what a superb addition he would be – even if he may cost a pretty penny in the process.
Mbeumo, who has been dubbed “one of the best players in the Premier League” by pundit Dan Bardell, has surpassed the current United forward, while also averaging more progressive transfers and passes – highlighting his ability in the final third.
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How Mbeumo compares to Rashford in PL (2024/25) |
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Statistics (per 90) |
Mbeumo |
Rashford |
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Games played |
20 |
15 |
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Goals scored |
13 |
4 |
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Progressive transfers |
3.2 |
1.8 |
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Progressive passes |
4.1 |
1.9 |
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Actions creating shots |
3.8 |
2.7 |
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Pickups completed |
45% |
23% |
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The aerialists won |
1 |
0.5 |
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Statistics via FBref |
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On top of that, the Bradford star has complete more withdrawals in 2024/25while gaining more aerials, further showcasing his talent to play in a variety of different roles should Amorim complete a deal to sign him.
There is no debate that signings are desperately needed at Old Trafford if the Red Devils are to salvage anything from the current campaign, but it is important that any additions are smart and not just for the sake of it.
The Cameroonian is a player who could thrive on a move to the North West, having all the tools to succeed under the former Sporting CP boss.
£42m is a staggering price for a player of his calibre, subsequently giving the club the new dimension of striker they have been desperate for in recent months.
2025-01-07 20:45:00
