Not Anderson: Man United prepare transfer move for dynamic PL midfielder

Manchester United are keen on signing Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder Joao Gomes.

Reinforcing the midfield remains a top priority for the Red Devils, who are keen to add more energy and dynamism to the centre of the park.

United have already been linked with Carlos Baleba, Elliot Anderson, and Adam Wharton, but their scouting team has now added another name to the shortlist.

According to the Daily Mail, United are also monitoring Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes.

The 24-year-old has played 103 times for Wolves since joining them in 2023.

Defensive midfielder is a transfer priority

Despite facing unfair criticism from some quarters, Casemiro continues to prove his immense value under Ruben Amorim.

Even at 33, the Brazilian anchor still reads the game brilliantly and brings a level of control United have often lacked in his absence.

Manuel Ugarte seems a better holding midfielder on paper but his limited ability with the ball has not allowed his career to take off yet.

The story is similar for Kobbie Mainoo, whom Amorim views more as a box-to-box midfielder rather than a deep-lying presence.

Elliot Anderson remains a dream target for United, but Nottingham Forest are expected to demand an exorbitant fee to part ways with their talented star.

Gomes could represent a more affordable and realistic option.

He has recorded more interceptions per 90 minutes than Casemiro this season.

Beyond raw numbers, the real test for United will be whether Gomes possesses the mentality and character required to thrive under pressure at Old Trafford.

Stats from Fotmob.com

Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .