INEOS are focusing their attention on young, low-cost signings with high potential.
Patrick Dorgu arrived from Lecce in January as part of this long-term strategy.
United want to freshen up the squad while reducing the wage bill with youthful additions.
The club is actively scouting emerging talents who could develop into future superstars.
Now, Olympiacos midfielder Christos Mouzakitis has emerged as a target.
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Charlie Haffenden for Birmingham World reports United have “sent scouts” to watch him.
The 18-year-old has impressed in his debut senior season in Greece.
Mouzakitis has played 15 times in the Super League, scoring once and providing an assist.
Jose Luis Mendilibar has also trusted him in the Europa League, where he has seven appearances.
His strong performances helped Olympiacos qualify for the round-of-16 in Europe.
Mouzakitis made his senior Greece debut in a 2-0 win over Finland in November.
Haffenden claims United are not the only Premier League club tracking him.
“Aston Villa and Arsenal have already formally expressed an interest” in signing him.
Brentford have also sent scouts to watch both Christos Mouzakitis and teammate Charalampos Kostoulas.
Greek fans have compared the left-footed midfielder to Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta.
He is praised for his intelligence, tempo control, and defence-splitting passes.
“The 18-year-old… has an outstanding understanding of the game at his tender age,” Haffenden relays.
United’s midfield is in desperate need of reinforcements ahead of the summer.
Christian Eriksen and Casemiro are set to leave, while Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo are awkward fits in Amorim’s system.
The plan is to sign two midfielders – an established name and a young prospect.
Mouzakitis’ rapid rise and composure at senior level make him an ideal candidate for the latter.
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