Meanwhile, new manager Erik ten Hag wants to strengthen two positions in the squad this summer. Elsewhere, former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy has advised Harry Maguire not to join West Ham United.
On that note, here’s a look at the key Manchester United transfer stories as on January 19, 2023:
Erik ten Hag has two priorities for Manchester United this summer
Erik ten Hag wants a new striker and a new midfielder at Old Trafford this summer, according to The Telegraph via Caught Offside.
The Dutch manager signed Wout Weghorst on a temporary move this month to strengthen his strikers’ department. However, Ten Hag desires a world-class No. 9 before the start of the next season.
The Manchester United manager also knows he needs cover for Christian Eriksen. The Red Devils have already shortlisted Declan Rice, Frenkie de Jong and Jude Bellingham for the position. The club are unlikely to sign all three players, but even securing one of them would be considered a coup.
Harry Maguire advised against West Ham move
Danny Murphy reckons Ten Hag should keep Harry Maguire at Old Trafford this season.
The English defender continues to be linked with a move away from Manchester United after dropping down the pecking order this campaign. West Ham are among the clubs backed to secure the 29-year-old’s signature.
However, speaking recently as cited by Caught Offside, Murphy said that Maguire should wait for better offers in the summer.
He added:
Maguire has appeared 15 times across competitions for the Red Devils this season.
Gabriel Agbonlahor compares Antony with Nicolas Pepe
Former Aston Villa striker Gabriel Agbonlahor has compared Antony with Arsenal flop Nicolas Pepe.
The Brazilian joined Manchester United from Ajax last summer but has endured mixed times at Old Trafford so far. The Red Devils paid an exorbitant transfer fee for his signature, but it’s safe to say that the 22-year-old has not justified his price tag yet.
Speaking to talkSPORT, Agbonlahor said that Alejandro Garnacho should be selected ahead of Antony.
He added:
The Brazilian has appeared 21 times across competitions for Manchester United this season, amassing seven goals and two assists.
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