Manchester United’s summer rebuild is gathering pace, with the club keen to bolster Ruben Amorim’s squad with an additional striker ahead of the new season.
Despite the expected arrival of Matheus Cunha, United remain determined to bring in a proper number nine to ease the burden on Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee.
Hojlund, though full of potential, remains a raw prospect still adjusting to the demands of leading the line at Old Trafford.
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The Dane was previously reported to be losing faith of staff within Carrington.
Meanwhile, Zirkzee has struggled to convince as a true centre-forward.
United have been monitoring Ipswich Town’s Liam Delap closely.
However according to GiveMeSport, it’s another Premier League striker who could soon make the move to Manchester.
Jean-Philippe Mateta eyeing Manchester United
Jean-Philippe Mateta is reportedly keen to join United’s project under Amorim if he does not agree a new contract at Crystal Palace, according to GiveMeSport’s report.
Talks have been ongoing between Palace and Mateta over a fresh deal, as previously reported on CentreDevils.
But negotiations have stalled, giving United fresh encouragement to push forward.
Palace are understood to value Mateta at around £40 million.
A fee that reflects his strong season in front of goal, having netted 14 times in 33 Premier League appearances.
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A figure that doubles the combined total of Hojlund and Zirkzee.
Mateta’s experience and physical presence could immediately benefit United’s attack.
However, there are questions internally over whether signing a 27-year-old likely at the peak of his career, aligns with the club’s new long-term recruitment vision.
With Amorim focused on adding ‘win-now’ players alongside emerging talents, a move for Mateta could offer a crucial short-term solution for United’s goal-scoring problems.
A signing that may prove to be a success in United’s bid to get back to the top.
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