Man Utd plan double blow to sign FC Porto stars Samu Aghehowa and Rodrigo Mora
manchester united are planning a double coup to sign FC Porto attacking duo Samu Aghehowa and Rodrigo Mora this month, according to Caught offside.
United have struggled in attack this season, scoring just 21 goals in 19 games. Only EvertonCrystal Palace, Ipswich Town and Southampton have scored fewer goals this season than 13 times first division champions.
The INEOS-led club is considering a possible reform but faces restrictions on its spending, limited by the Premier League's sustainability and profit rules.
United are now looking to address the situation and Caught offside reports that the club has selected Porto's attacking duo of Aghehowa and Mora, having sent scouts to watch them in recent weeks.
Neither player is expected to come cheap, with the report highlighting that Mora, who is currently having an impressive season, is valued at approximately £55m, while Aghehowa has an £82m release clause included in his contract after joining the Azuis e Brancos during the summer. .
Caught offside He also adds that United are looking to strengthen the left-back position and have identified Bournemouth's Hungarian left-back Milos Kerkez and Paris Saint-Germain star Nuno Mendes as possible options.
double whammy
After spending more than £200m in the summer, one would expect the Red Devils to at least challenge for a top-four spot, but things have not gone well so far for the red Manchester side.
A poor run of results led to the dismissal of Erik ten Hagand Rubén Amorim came in to replace the Dutch coach.
Although the impressive victories against Everton and city of manchester were registered, the club has struggled in recent games, losing three Premier League games in a row without scoring. The attack has been dismal, with the club's forwards faltering and guilty of wasting opportunities.
The Red Devils strengthened their attacking line with the addition of Joshua Zirkzee, but the Dutch international has struggled so far, with his withdrawal in the first half against Newcastle It was a particularly low point for the young man.
With 18 goals in all competitions, Aghehowa presents a worthy defender to overcome Man United's attacking weaknesses, while 17-year-old Mora, who has contributed six goals in seven Primeira Liga games for Porto this season, could join to the group of future United prospects. ready to leave your mark.
