Man Utd interested in signing Juventus striker Kenan Yildiz
manchester united They are reportedly interested in signing Juventus striker Kenan Yildiz, according to transfer journalist Florian Plettenberg.
After saying goodbye Erik ten Hag after a 2-1 defeat against western ham United earlier this season, the Red Devils have been unbeaten in their next seven matches in all competitions.
Man Utd initially handed Ruud van Nistelrooy the interim boss role to lead the team for four games and he has now played three games under new coach Ruben Amorim.
The Portuguese manager has been trying to implement his style of football at Old Trafford, but it is clear that United need to strengthen several areas of the pitch to help him take the club back to the top.
writing in unknown, Plettenberg has reported that United are planning to sign a new attacker and have expressed interest in Yildiz. The Old Trafford club has closely followed his development and has been impressed by what they have witnessed.
Yildiz to Manchester United
However, the player has no intention of leaving the Allianz Stadium for the moment as he feels comfortable at his current club. Therefore, Amorim's team will have to make every effort to convince him to join the club.
Plettenberg wrote:
“Kenan Yildiz is one of the top names on Manchester United's shortlist for the attacking midfield position. “The club is impressed by his development and continues to monitor the 19-year-old closely.”
The striker is still under contract until 2029 with the Bianconeri and is valued at around £33m per Transfer market. Therefore, the Italian giants are likely to demand a huge fee to let their star man go if they are forced to cash in.
The Turkish international usually plays on the wings for Juventus and has shown flashes of his qualities in recent times. In 11 starts in Serie A, he has contributed five goals this season.
He even scored a brace against Inter Milan earlier this season and helped his team to a draw despite trailing 4-2. Furthermore, he has been playing a key role for his country in recent years.
It will be interesting to see if the record first division The champions will eventually make a concrete approach to secure his service next year.
