Manchester UnitedThe need for a new striker has become even more apparent after the last few outings, none more so than against Arsenal in the FA Cup on Sunday night.
Although the Red Devils managed to go through on penalties in the match at the Emirates, their non-threat in the last third was noticeable, managing only register four shots on goal in 120 minutes of football.
Rasmus Hojlund was the man chosen to lead the line, but he failed register one effort on goalalso losing 100% of his duels, before being substituted in the 80th minute.
The Dane has now failed to score a single goal in seven games in all competitions, undoubtedly contributing to the club’s low tally of just 23 goals in the first 20 games of Premier League campaign.
His next run could see the hierarchy dive into the transfer market to try and improve the current situation, including one player who could ultimately prove to be a bargain.
Man Utd are keen to land the £30m star this January
According to a Spanish newspaper, Interest was credited to United in landing Sporting CP striker Conrad Harder before the end of the January window.
The 19-year-old only joined the Portuguese side in September but wasted no time impressing, scoring seven times in 23 appearances since his relocation.
The report states that Liga Portugal do not want to lose the youngster, but could consider offers region of €35m (£30m)potentially opening the door to a move to Old Trafford.
It would be a surprise to see Reuben Amorim raid his former club after his he comments taking the reins at United, but Harder could provide an option in the short and long term in forward areas.
He would also provide an upgrade for another player who has been touted for a move to the club in recent days, with the hierarchy set to poach the Dane over a move for the big-money talent.
How much harder compared to Kolo Muani
PSG ahead Randal Kolo Muani is a name constantly praised the move to join United this month, but the Old Trafford outfit face serious competition from the likes of Juventus and Spurs for his signature.
French, who cost the Parisians £76 million in the summer of 2023, there is he started only twice in Ligue 1 during the ongoing campaign, opening the door for a potential exit.
Amorim’s side have been constantly linked, but with recent rumors of a move for young Harder, the club should focus on a move for the Sporting ace, who would be a better fit while also having the potential to improve further.
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How much harder it is compared to Kolo Muani in the 2024/25 season |
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Statistics (at 90) |
harder |
Kolo Muani |
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Games played |
19 |
10 |
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Goals and assists |
10 |
3 |
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Progressive mounts |
2.1 |
2 |
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Progressive additions |
1.7 |
1.2 |
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Recorded footage |
4.6 |
3.8 |
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It carries into the last third |
1.7 |
1 |
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Goals per shot on goal |
0.4 |
0.2 |
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Statistics via FBref |
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The Danish national team player, who was already called “new Gyokeres” according to one analyst, he outperformed the PSG player, while also averaging a higher aim per hit on target – demonstrating his clinical sharpness in the final third.
Harder also succeeded more progressive carries and passes 90 each in 2024/25, possessing the all-round attributes to be a top leading talisman for Amorim for many years to come.
£30m may seem like a hefty sum for a player who is very early in his professional career, but his talent is there for all to see as he is already surpassing one of France’s leading strikers.
It would be a wise investment for the present and the future, giving the new boss all the tools to build on his impressive start to life as a manager in Manchester.
