As Rasmus Højlund and Joshua Zirkzee continue to search for consistency, Manchester United are eyeing a new striker to strengthen the attack this summer transfer window.
It has been a frustrating season for Manchester United, especially in the attacking department, as they have struggled to find a reliable source of goals.
Rasmus Højlund and Joshua Zirkzee have both shown glimpses of their potential, but neither has been able to deliver the consistency needed from a top striker. The lack of a clinical finish has left United’s attacking blunt and often failing to capitalise on key moments.
With the team’s ambitions for next season in mind, it is clear that strengthening the forward is now a priority for Amorim.
United have already been linked with several strikers, including Victor Osimhen, Hugo Ekitiké, and Matheus Cunha, but reporst suggest that the club is now eyeing another player from the German Bundesliga.
The search for a proven goalscorer continues to intensify, with hopes of securing a new forward to lead the line in the upcoming campaign.
Man United monitoring Schick from Bayer Leverkusen
With United’s search for a clinical striker in full swing, recent reports have pointed to Bayern Leverkusen’s Patrik Schick as a top target.
According to Sky Sport Germany’s Patrick Berger, United are closely monitoring the situation of the Leverkusen striker, with the 29-year-old Czech international emerging as a potential target in the club’s search for a new No.9.
While United are prioritising a younger forward to lead the attacking department, Schick’s profile remains intriguing, and the club have already made initial contact, though nothing concrete has materialised as of yet.
Leverkusen are reportedly asking for £26 million for Schick, who is entering the final two years of his contract, which is much cheaper than Ekitiké. With that being said, it could be a potential bargain for United.
Despite interest from Saudi clubs, Schick is said to prefer a move to the Premier League and is not considering a transfer to the Middle East at this time.
Schick has been in exceptional form this season, netting 17 goals in 26 Bundesliga games, with his total tally standing at 23 goals in 40 appearances across all competitions.
Is Schick the missing piece in United’s attack?
Schick could be the ideal solution for Manchester United’s attacking issues. His proven goal-scoring record in the Bundesliga and experience in top European leagues make him an attractive option for the Premier League.
United’s current options have struggled for consistency, and adding a striker with Schick’s profile would bring much-needed reliability in front of goal.
His physical presence, intelligent movement, and clinical finishing could offer a different dimension to United’s attack.
With next season’s ambitions growing, a move for Schick feels like a smart and timely decision, giving the team a striker capable of making an immediate impact while also easing the burden on the likes of Rasmus Højlund and Joshua Zirkzee.
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