According to the Sky Sport journalist Sacha Tavolieriincoming manchester united Coach Rubén Amorim has already identified his priority objective for the summer transfer window.
The Red Devils started the season with a good defensive record, but have struggled to keep a clean sheet of late. Amorim's first job will be to solidify the defensive line and Tavolieri He claims that Sporting Lisbon star Inácio is the Portuguese's number one target.
The renowned journalist adds that Amorim could also try to sign other players from his former club. It has also been suggested that Ousmane Diomande will move to Old Trafford. The Ivory Coast star was on United's radar over the summer.
double whammy
Inácio has become one of the best centre-backs in Portugal. He was constantly linked with a move to United two years ago but speculation has cooled since he signed a new long-term deal with Sporting.
However, United could seek his services again next summer under Amorim's advice. The 23-year-old is excellent with the ball at his feet and also has an aerial presence. He is predominantly left-handed.
United currently have just one specialist left-footed centre-back in Lisandro Martínez and Amorim may want another option in the ranks. The 39-year-old is likely to continue with a 3-4-3 formation when he takes charge of United.
Inácio has a £50 million termination clause on his contract and United may not receive a discount after convincing Amorim to leave Sporting. The relationship between the clubs will surely be strained by the mid-season departure.
Like Inácio, Diomande has been a revelation under Amorim's tutelage in Lisbon. The 20-year-old has excelled in the back three. By teaming up with Inacio and Amorim, he could exact a double blow from his former employers.
Diomande has a release clause that is worth it £67 million in his contract with Sporting. The duo's arrival could pave the way for the departures of Jonny Evans and Victor Lindelof, whose contracts expire at the end of the current campaign.
Harry Maguire He could also be shown the exit door as he enters the final year of his contract next summer.
