Man Utd in advanced talks to sign PL star

Manchester United are in desperate need of added reinforcements in attacking areas this summer to give themselves the best possible chance of returning to the heights they’ve previously achieved.

The Red Devils still occupy a place in the bottom half of the Premier League with just a couple of games remaining, highlighting how disappointing they’ve been throughout 2024/25.

Ruben Amorim has brought the feel-good factor back to Old Trafford, but their tally of just 42 goals in 35 matches showcases how disappointing they’ve been in the forward areas.

Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee have been the two senior options at his disposal, but have only registered seven combined league goals and contributing to their lack of form in the final third.

As a result, it will be no surprise to see the club delve into the market to try and improve the situation, with work already being done behind the scenes ahead of the summer.

The latest on United’s hunt for new forwards this summer

Countless names have already been thrown into the mix for the striker position over the last few weeks, with Viktor Gyokeres, Liam Delap and Hugo Ekitiké all being mentioned with a switch to join United.

Delap, in particular, was seen as their number one option ahead of the window, with his £30m relegation release clause potentially seen as somewhat of a bargain.

However, Wolves star Matheus Cunha appears to be the most likely forward to make the move to Old Trafford this summer, that’s if Fabrizio Romano’s latest update is to be believed.

He stated that the Red Devils are leading the race for the 25-year-old’s signature this summer, with talks already at an advanced stage – as personal terms should now be a formality.

The reliable journalist also claimed that the hierarchy have no issues with paying his £62.5m release clause, with a move edging closer to completion.

Why United’s target would be amazing alongside Osimhen

Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has been another name widely linked with a switch to join United in the summer, handing Amorim the ammunition he needs.

The 26-year-old is currently spending the year on loan at Galatasaray from Italian side Napoli, enjoying an excellent spell in front of goal – netting 33 goals in 37 games.

Such a record would be hugely welcomed by the Red Devils manager if he completed the move, forming a superb partnership with Cunha in the final third.

The Brazilian would be signed to operate in a number 10 position behind the striker, with his stats from 2024/25 certainly aiding Osimhen’s quest for goals in the Premier League.

He’s managed to register 2.0 chances created per 90, along with 2.15 successful dribbles per 90, evidently aiming to get the ball forward at any given opportunity – subsequently aiding Osimhen in the process.

The Brazilian’s figures within attacking areas are simply remarkable, with his skillset handing himself and the Nigerian the best chance to help United’s frontline.

Cunha, who’s been labelled “phenomenal” by journalist Eduardo Hagn, has registered 3.6 shots per 90 – also having the tools to find the back of the net given his tally of 15 Premier League goals to date.

He has also won 6.4 duels per 90 this campaign, making 4.6 recoveries per 90 – fitting perfectly into Amorim’s system at Old Trafford by working tirelessly in and out of possession.

It would be a huge investment to bring the pair to the Theatre of Dreams this summer, but their talents are there for all to see based on the figures they’ve produced in recent months.

If they could land both players, it would create a deadly partnership at Old Trafford, with the aforementioned duo having the chance to make themselves heroes as they aim to play a key role in their revival.

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