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- United have already signed Cunha & Mbeumo
- Amorim still wants more firepower in attack
- Likely to make a late entry in the transfer market
The duo’s arrival has injected a sense of urgency and competition into the camp, with players quickly realising that earning a starting spot under Amorim will not come easy. The manager believes that the increased intensity in training and overall lift in team morale are direct results of the hunger and quality that Mbeumo and Cunha have brought with them, as revealed by The Sun.
Despite the club’s heavy investment already, Amorim has not entirely shelved plans to pursue a new striker. The sale of Marcus Rashford’s loan deal to Barcelona, which removed £16 million from the wage bill, has eased some financial pressure. In addition, the club has received income through sell-on clauses from past player deals.
While the club maintains interest in Aston Villa‘s Ollie Watkins and RB Leipzig‘s Benjamin Sesko, a move remains dependent on further outgoings. They have reportedly shown little interest in Chelsea‘s Nicolas Jackson, especially at the £80 million price tag that the London side has placed on the forward. However, the Red Devils are hesitant to assist a direct rival while they themselves navigate financial limitations.
To make room, both financially and in the squad, United are prioritising the departure of several fringe players. The so-called “Bomb Squad,” which includes Jadon Sancho, Alejandro Garnacho, Antony, and Tyrrell Malacia, has been identified as the group that must be offloaded if new additions are to be considered. Juventus are said to be keen on Sancho, and United believe that Garnacho could attract serious attention from within the Premier League. Amorim’s hopes of reinforcing the forward line hinge heavily on how quickly and profitably United can finalise these outgoing deals.
United’s summer tour continues with training at the iconic Soldier Field in Chicago, home of the NFL’s Chicago Bears. The team is scheduled to travel to New York later on Saturday, where they will face West Ham in their Summer Series opener on Saturday.
