Manchester United’s plans this window have become extremely evident under Ruben Amorim, with key additions being targeted in various areas of the pitch.
The Red Devils have already spent big on Matheus Cunha this window, forking out £62.5m to sign the Brazilian from fellow Premier League outfit Wolverhampton Wanderers.
However, their moves in the transfer market have shown no signs of slowing down, with various names mentioned across the board ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.
Goalkeepers, defenders, and midfielders have all been on their radar, but the attacking department is the one that is in need of investment – as seen by their pursuit of numerous players this window.
The prospect of Cunha being partnered with multiple other elite-level stars, continuously being linked with big-money moves to Old Trafford during the off-season.
The latest on United’s hunt for new attackers this summer
Moise Kean is a striker who’s been firmly on the radar, with the Italian having a £44m release clause that becomes active from the 1st of July – a potential bargain given his record of 19 Serie A goals this season.
Antoine Semenyo is another option within the final third, potentially leading to a battle with Tottenham Hotspur, with the Lilywhites also firmly in the race to land the Ghanaian amid his £65m asking price.
However, another name has entered the mix over the last couple of days, as West Ham United star Mohammed Kudus has emerged as a potential target, according to the BBC’s Sami Mokbel.
He claims that the Red Devils have already made an enquiry to the Hammers over a deal for the winger, who currently has a £85m release clause in his contract.
“My information is that all of the top six in the Premier League have checked in on the conditions of that deal. He’s got an £85m release clause for Premier League clubs, but I think West Ham would be willing to go below that.
“They wouldn’t take masses below that, but they would be open to a negotiation. There is a long-term interest there [from Arsenal] and as I understand that, there has been an enquiry from the Premier League’s top six.”
Sami Mokbel on Mohammed Kudus’ future at West Ham United.
Mokbel also states that Graham Potter’s side are likely to accept a figure below his clause, but could face keen competition from Arsenal, who have a long-standing interest in the 24-year-old.
Why United’s £85m would be a just as exciting addition as Mbeumo
Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo has been a player who has constantly been linked with a move to join United this summer, as Amorim looks to bolster his attacking department at the Theatre of Dreams.
However, a deal could finally be edging towards a conclusion, after the hierarchy made a second offer in the region of £60m for the 25-year-old’s signature.
He’s already agreed personal terms over a switch to join the Red Devils, but the minor details need to be ironed out before the Cameroonian international can complete his move this summer.
Whilst it may appear to be an expensive deal at around £60m, Mbeumo would provide the added threat the club have been hunting for, after he netted 20 league goals this season – the most from any player whose side didn’t qualify for Europe.
However, it remains to be seen if the Red Devils will pursue a move for Kudus if the Brentford talisman moved to the Theatre of Dreams, but any deal for the Hammers star would also be a superb addition.
When comparing the pair’s respective stats from the recent season, the Ghanaian has managed to outperform him in numerous key areas, potentially handing Amorim another sensational option in the final third.
Kudus, who’s been labelled a “generational” talent by journalist Gary Al-Smith, has posted the same tally of goals per shot on target this season, having the ability to cause havoc in front of goal alongside him at Old Trafford.
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How Kudus compares to Mbeumo in the PL (2024/25) |
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Statistics (per 90) |
Kudus |
Mbeumo |
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Games played |
32 |
38 |
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Goals & assists |
8 |
27 |
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Shots taken |
2.6 |
2.1 |
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Goals per shot on target |
0.4 |
0.4 |
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Pass accuracy |
84% |
66% |
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Passes into final third |
1.8 |
1.6 |
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Take-ons completed |
3.2 |
1.3 |
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Take-on success |
48% |
46% |
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Stats via FBref |
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He’s managed to complete more of his passes this campaign, whilst making more passes into the final third per 90, having the creative output that could see him shine alongside Mbeumo.
The Hammers star has also thrived in the take-on department, completing more per 90 and achieving a higher success rate – highlighting his desire to take the ball forward at any given moment.
After the arrival of Cunha and pending the move for the Bees’ talent, it remains to be seen if the Red Devils will actively make a move for another attacking talent this window.
However, that being said, Kudus has all the attributes to add the needed quality and depth to such a department, helping bring that fear factor back to the club that has been desperately lacking in recent seasons.
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