According to reports, Manchester United are ‘preparing an offer’ to sign Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze amid interest from Tottenham Hotspur.
The Red Devils are already linked with several potential targets ahead of this summer’s transfer window with a significant squad overhaul necessary.
United have spent most of the 2024/25 campaign in the bottom half of the Premier League table and need to win the Europa League to qualify for Europe ahead of next season.
Man Utd have struggled to adapt to Ruben Amorim‘s preferred style and formation, so INEOS will be hoping that a summer rebuild could make their squad more aligned with the head coach’s methods.
Upgrades are required in forward areas as Man Utd have been toothless in attack this season. Their priority will be to sign a new striker, but they also need to invest in a No.10 or two.
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Eze has been sporadically linked with Man Utd over the past couple of years and his performance in Crystal Palace’s FA Cup quarter-final should tempt the Red Devils to make a summer move.
The England international sparkled for Palace last season, but his form dipped before he grabbed a goal and an assist in his side’s 3-0 win against Fulham.
A report from Spanish outlet Fichajes claims Eze has been ‘identified’ as Man Utd’s ‘new dream’ target and they are ‘preparing a 60 million euro [£50m] offer’.
This offer would not quite meet Crystal Palace’s asking price, and there are two ‘problems’ to overcome.
‘Manchester United has set its sights on Eberechi Eze as one of its priorities for summer reinforcements.
‘With a transfer market that promises to be intense, the English club’s directors have identified the Crystal Palace midfielder as a player with the right profile to bolster their squad.’
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‘However, securing his services will not be an easy task, as his club is not willing to let him leave for less than 60 million pounds, a figure that could complicate the operation.
‘United’s footballing management, led by Christopher Vivell and Jason Wilcox, is exploring various options for the summer transfer window, but interest in Eze is strong. His playmaking ability and attacking versatility fit with the coaching staff’s vision of strengthening the squad. Furthermore, Rubén Amorim sees him as a player with the talent necessary to be a starter and make a difference in the Premier League.
‘The problem for the Red Devils lies not only in the high cost of the deal, but also in the competition.
‘Tottenham is closely monitoring the player’s situation and could enter the bidding process, although they first need to resolve the continuity of Ange Postecoglou, who is under pressure after recent results.’
