We are still waiting to welcome the first signing Reuben Amorim age, Manchester United they have reportedly set their sights on the in-form winger who has a buy-out clause of just £17m.
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At least the Red Devils eased the pressure on their new manager last time out Premier League drawing 2-2 against high-flying Liverpool, even if they could have taken all three points at Anfield for the first time since 2015.
With the January transfer window now open, their performance didn’t dominate the headlines for long, especially considering Marcus Rashford is looking for a new club.
Frozen out of Amorim’s side since the win over Manchester City, Rashford admitted he is ready for a new challenge and reports have since focused on his future. Although United struggled at times, he remained an outcast at his boyhood club.
Meanwhile, as one winger heads for the exit door, another could be arriving. According to reports in Spain, Manchester United have now set their sights on signing Yeremay Hernandez by activating his €20m (£17m) release clause at Deportivo La Coruna.
A graduate of Real Madrid’s academy, Hernandez has enjoyed life in Spain’s second division this month and all signs point to a player ready to step up to the top flight – be it in the Premier League or elsewhere.
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Whether Manchester United will go on and beat Newcastle United and others to his signature remains to be seen.
Hernandez unexpected option
If Manchester United are looking to replace Rashford, signing the winger from the Spanish second division would certainly be an interesting choice – and they would need to see him do well from the start if they are to win over the fans.
While he loves Bryan Mbeumo to steal major headlines, the Red Devils often went the route of buying proven stars and quickly regretted their choice. So welcoming an unexpected rising star could be the way forward at a £17m price tag.
Scoring seven goals and three more assists in all competitions for Deportivo so far this season, Hernandez has undoubtedly been a major leaguer going through life a step below his true quality.
Really, “flammable” winger Jacek Kulig from Football Talent Scout has highlighted his potential in recent months.
Moreover, if Manchester United miss out on European football in the current campaign, they will have to assess whether they are in a position to welcome those of Mbeum’s calibre. Currently 13th in the Premier League and struggling to land Amor’s top targets, those at Old Trafford had no choice but to think outside the box.
As the January transfer window continues, they will be one of the most interesting sides to watch.
