Man United have been linked with a lot of stars in their upcoming season. Their ownership has shown interest in rejuvenating the team and transforming the club back to their past glory.
A crucial factor for that is the quality of the squad they have. This has been the companion of their neighborhood rivals Man City. City is known to possess an array of world-class players and young future talent. However, Jim Ratcliffe hoping to push Man United towards that path.
To start with that, they’ve been making plans and arrangements to offload several players in the team. And as they’re planning on doing, they also have in mind to replace and bring new quality to the team.
A certain striker in Sporting CP has been in the eye of quite a lot of clubs. Viktor Gyokeres has been monitored by a lot of clubs in Europe including Man United. With a lot about the club planning to rejuvenate the team, are they in a position to sign him?
Who is Viktor Gyokeres
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Gyokeres is a Swedish striker who has netted over 30 goals this season in all competitions.
The Sporting CP player has proven to be one of the young exceptional talents. His goal-scoring prowess is been compared to the likes of Erling Haaland and Hary Kane.
He is around 6’2 inches in height. This allows him to possess a strong aerial presence on the pitch. His jump power, allows him to score a great deal of goals with his head.
Viktor has also shown his ability to keep the ball and maintain a good hold-up play. He is good with the ball, and he has a decent footwork. Complimenting this is his shot power and accuracy which is top tier. Finally, composure when finishing is fantastic.
All these admirable qualities have sparked interest in different clubs toward the Sporting CP striker.
Man United’s Chances of Signing Gyokeres
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The Red Devils already have a long-term striker project in their team. The 21-year-old Rasmus Hojlund was signed in the beginning of the season. The Danish striker was brought in with the hopes of drawing out his full potential over time.
So far this season his stats haven’t been awful, especially with Man United’s horrible form. It’s expected that Man United’s new renovation plans next season will include him.
Therefore here are chances Man United might not go all out for Gyokeres. Already there are crucial needs in other spheres of the team. Most especially in the midfield and the creative attacking end.
Whilst other clubs are in pursuit of him, there’ll a stiff competition on who will sign him. Nonetheless, Man United shouldn’t be counted out
Man United major needs next season
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Jim Ratcliffe planned the renovation of the club which ignited a lot of questions. Majorly on where will the renovation start. People have rumored that their coach Erik Ten Hag will be the first casualty.
Additionally, there have been talks that some players might be on their way out next season. The likes of Anthony Martial, Wan Bissaka, and even Marcus Rashford. However, there are no certainties.
But one sure thing is Man United will make moves on getting new reinforcement in the summer. And it might start with the Coaching department.
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More tasks ahead of them
Man United are on the ropes in their European football pursuit. Chelsea looks to be heavily piling up pressure on them. A little drop of point from the Red Devils will push the Blues ahead of them.
However, they could manage to secure a conference league. But it will look disappointing for the club with a rich European heritage. Their next games against Arsenal, Newcastle, and Brighton will determine their European football fate.
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