Manchester United 'draw up seven-man shortlist for January transfer' with two positions targeted
Ruben Amorim has reportedly identified two problem positions at Manchester United with a seven-man transfer shortlist already drawn up.
According to reports in Germany, the Red Devils have drawn up a list of players they could target at left back and centre-forward.
But talkSPORT understands that transfer funds are tight in January, meaning it could be difficult to secure new signings.
With Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia Struggling for fitness, a left-sided defender is seen as the top priority for new boss Amorim.
Meanwhile, the addition of a prolific and proven centre-forward is also a focus for United, desperate to add goals to their ranks.
Randal Kolo Muani is a linked player, and the striker is looking to move away Paris Saint Germain in January, just 18 months after his £76million move to the Ligue 1 giants.
He could reportedly be available on loan or permanently as he looks to begin his career away from the Parc des Princes, where he has found limited opportunities despite Kylian Mbappé's departure to Real Madrid.
Muani was replaced at his former club Eintracht Frankfurt by Omar Marmush who has really shone in the Bundesliga; He is also said to be on United's watch list
With 11 goals and seven assists, he is in second place on the list of top scorers in the German top flight, behind Harry Kane.
According to Sky Germany, a move for him would cost between £50m and £60m.
Another Bundesliga striker on the list is Victor Bonifacio who has been fundamental to the success of Xabi Alonso's Bayer Leverkusen.
But a switch for Boniface would also cost a lot of money, with the 23-year-old Nigerian attracting huge interest across Europe.
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Victor Osimhen He is the last striker on the list and could be available in January.
The Nigerian has scored seven goals in seven league games while on loan at the Galatasaraybut he has a £75m release clause in his Naples agreement that will come into force in January.
At left-back, Alphonso Davies is reportedly the preferred candidate for manchester united.
The Canadian's contract with Bayern Munich It expires next summer and with no sign of a new deal on the horizon, it looks increasingly likely to go ahead.
AC Milan star Theo Hernandez He is also a target, having proven to be one of the best attacking full-backs in Europe during his time at the San Siro.
Milos Kerkez is the last name on the list after talkSPORT rreported United's interest in the summer.
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The Hungarian left back has played in all 12 games Bournemouth this season and could be seen as a long-term solution to the club's left-back problem.
However, it remains to be seen whether Man United will be able to strengthen as transfer funds are expected to be somewhat limited heading into the January transfer window.
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