Manchester United have reportedly made a move for Barcelona centre-back Andreas Christensen.
United took a bold decision late in October, as they sacked Erik ten Hag following an abysmal start to the new season. The Dutchman left the Red Devils languishing in 14th in the Premier League table.
The club’s hierarchy displayed a commendable level of decisiveness, as they also secured the services of Ten Hag’s replacement, Ruben Amorim swiftly. The Portuguese tactician will formally leave Sporting CP and join United on November 11.
The way INEOS have operated in recent days is certainly praiseworthy, but the real test starts now, as how they will back Amorim would have a big say on his stint in Manchester. Interestingly, a report suggests United have already made progress in that regard.
According to a report from Spain relayed by Football365, the Premier League giants have made an offer for Christensen in their efforts to hand the incoming manager his first signing.
It is claimed that Amorim is “determined to strengthen his defence in the next winter transfer window” and his “first target” is the Barcelona central defender.
More astonishingly, the report adds that United have made a €15m “offer” for the 28-year-old, who left Chelsea for the Catalan outfit in 2022.
It is understood that Barca’s sporting director Deco “would be willing to consider” the figure in January.
The Dane’s future at Barcelona “is in doubt” under Hansi Flick, who has handed him just one substitute appearance this season.
Christensen’s injury struggles combined with the La Liga leaders’ strong options at the back could push him out of the club.
The offer from United “not only represents a good opportunity for Barcelona in economic terms, but would also give them the flexibility to make some reinforcements in other positions if they consider it necessary.”
Having said that, United added two new centre-backs to their ranks in the summer, and it is not far-fetched to assume that Amorim might first decide to give them proper opportunities to impress him before signing another defender.
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Vishal Singh
Vishal has covered football for over five years. Currently a writer at The Peoples Person. Big fan of ball-playing center-backs!
