Ornstein Hints At “Crazy” Summer Window As Man Utd Target 3 Key Signings

BACK Man Utd are expected to target at least three major signings when the transfer window reopens, according to The Athletic reporter David Ornstein. The Red Devils did not bring in any new additions during the January transfer window, and asked whether that means fans can anticipate a crazy summer instead, Ornstein replied: “We say crazy, it often doesn’t materialise to be as literal as that, but I do think there’s a lot that they want to do. Most importantly, central midfield, and that’s why we are going to see continued links to the likes of Elliot Anderson, Adam Wharton, and Carlos Baleba, and there will be others in the frame, because that is such a critical position, especially after Casemiro has confirmed his departure.” “There is also intrigue around the left-sided attacking position. They were obviously in for Antoine Semenyo, didn’t get him. They have Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho departing, so that’s an existing aim for that part of the pitch. Will Harry Maguire be leaving the club? He’s been so important, but this is his option year, and he’s due to leave. No news on a new contract, so central defence will be an area of focus.” Midfield additions could prove costly Elliot Anderson could cost close to £100m, so there is a good chance that Man Utd’s transfer record, which has stood since 2016, will be broken. Many supporters would argue that the club need at least two new midfielders, especially following the news that Casemiro will leave, so that could further increase the investment required for that position. Who could Man Utd target for the left wing and defence? RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande appears to be the early favourite to strengthen the left side of the front three, but the Ivorian’s €100m (£87m) could prove problematic, so three other wingers are also reportedly under consideration. In terms of centre-backs, Jeremy Jacquet was on the radar, but he has decided to join Liverpool instead. Other names are likely to be mentioned over the coming weeks and months. Want more news on Man Utd? Add Man U News as a preferred source on Google David Tully David has worked as a football reporter for the last fifteen years. Having started as an intern at Snack Media, he then went on to become a freelancer, working on various different sites. At the start of 2023, he took up his current role as content writer for the Football News Network.