Alejandro Garnacho could help Man United sign ‘great player’

Forward Alejandro Garnacho has struggled under manager Ruben Amorim registering two goals and four assists under the Portuguese tactician.

Manchester United could be open to letting him leave this summer to accommodate players that will suit Amorim’s tactical demands.

Napoli attempted to sign the Man United star in January as a replacement for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia but failed to meet his valuation.

With another transfer window approaching, the Italian giants reportedly still hold an interest in the Argentina international, according to The Athletic.

Napoli’s interest in Garnacho could also help United sign Victor Osimhen, as the two clubs might explore a swap deal.

However, a swap deal may not appeal to Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis, who prefers to sell Osimhen to the highest bidder.

United have been strongly linked with Osimhen but lacks the financial resources to meet his £62.7 million release clause.

The Red Devils do not have the financial strength to spend more than £50m on a player.

Their limited spending power could force them to miss out on Osimhen, who former manager Jose Mourinho described as a ‘great player’.

United have identified alternative options to address their goalscoring woes. Ipswich Town’s Liam Delap and RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko are on their radar.

Delap would cost around £40m, and technical director Jason Wilcox is reportedly a ‘fan‘ of the former Manchester City academy star.

Sesko fits United’s profile, and the club has been following him since 2018. They attempted to sign him last summer before he renewed his contract with Leipzig.

United cannot afford to make another mistake in the transfer market. They spent £108.5m on Joshua Zirkzee and Rasmus Hojlund, but both have struggled, prompting the search for another forward.

With the club operating on a tight budget, careful planning and due diligence will be crucial before sanctioning a move for a new striker this summer.

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Article written by Henry Thornton .