Manchester United want to act quickly to sign Oscar Gloukh
Manchester United They are reportedly planning to step up their efforts to sign Red Bull Salzburg star Oscar Gloukh, according to the transfer journalist Count of Ekrem.
Bruno Fernandes has been the Red Devils' undisputed first choice in the attacking midfield position since joining Old Trafford from Sporting CP. He has even established himself as club captain in recent times.
Mason Mount was signed to replace the Portuguese last summer but the Englishman has struggled to stay fit since joining the club, so it appears United have already begun planning to bring in a new number ten.
Writing about unknown, Conur has reported that Man Utd have tipped Gloukh as a 'top target' as a potential long-term replacement for Fernandes, who has now turned 30.
The Red Devils are planning to sign a new, younger attacking midfielder before Bruno starts to decline and are preparing to step up their efforts to buy the 20-year-old to prevent other clubs from entering the race and driving up the price.
Gloukh to Manchester United
The youngster has been enjoying a stellar form in the Austrian top flight in recent years, having contributed 18 goals in 25 starts last season. He has also started the new season brightly, scoring three goals and registering two assists in three league games as a starter.
The midfielder is a versatile player, as he is capable of playing in both the number ten position and in a box-to-box role. He can dribble past opposing defenders in tight areas, can make forward runs from the back, has excellent close control, is efficient at linking up play and can also create chances for attackers.
Gloukh is valued at around £21m per Transfer market and he still has three years left on his contract, so Manchester United would have to shell out a considerable amount of money to sign him.
However, having already added Bruno and Mount to the team, the record Premier League The champions don't need to spend much to add more firepower in the attacking midfield position right now.
It would therefore be better for them to save money to strengthen other areas of the squad. However, it will be interesting to see if Manchester United ultimately decide to make a concrete approach to sign the Israeli next year.
