Manchester United have reportedly registered their curiosity in signing Sporting CP striker Conrad More durable, as per Spanish outlet Fichajes.
After appointing Ruben Amorim as the brand new supervisor, the Purple Devils have been linked with just a few Sporting stars in current occasions with Geovany Quenda, Viktor Gyokeres, Morten Hjulmand and Ousmane Diomande being amongst them.
Fichajes state that Man Utd need to strengthen the attacking division and have recognized Gyokeres as the first goal. Nonetheless, there are doubts whether or not they would be capable to persuade him to hitch so they’re exploring different choices and have earmarked More durable as a key goal.
The Lions are in no rush to promote him as he nonetheless has a contract till 2029 but when they’re compelled to cash-in then they need a payment of round £29m.
More durable to Man Utd
After shifting to Jose Alvalade Stadium final summer time, the 19-year-old has been enjoying as Gyokeres’ deputy this season. He’s a centre-forward by traits however may play in both of the 2 attacking midfield positions in Amorim’s 3-4-2-1 system.
The United boss beforehand labored with the ahead so he already is aware of concerning the ahead’s qualities. The teenager has made solely three Liga Portugal begins so far this season and has made 5 objective contributions.
He’s a gifted participant and possesses excessive potential so he can be a superb acquisition for Man Utd with a view to the long-term future in the event that they rent him.
Nonetheless, United have already got Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee, two promising younger strikers. However, neither has managed to attain targets constantly within the Premier League but.
Subsequently, the Purple Devils don’t want one other younger centre-forward – who could take time to cool down within the English top-flight. As a substitute, they might be higher off buying a seasoned striker ought to they need to reinforce the frontline.
Nonetheless, it’s going to be attention-grabbing to see whether or not the file Premier League champions ultimately make a concrete method to lure More durable to Outdated Trafford in January or subsequent summer time.
In the meantime, after beating Arsenal within the FA Cup final weekend, Man Utd will face off towards Southampton within the Premier League on Thursday night time.
