With Michael Carrick moving away from Ruben Amorim’s ‘wingerless’ system, INEOS prepares a hostile raid on Newcastle and a €60m move for Leipzig’s wonderkid.
Manchester United’s summer strategy is shifting gears. While the midfield remains a priority, the departure of Ruben Amorim and his 3-4-2-1 system has reignited the need for “flying wingers” at Old Trafford. According to transfer expert Ben Jacobs, United are now weighing up three distinct options to ignite their flanks: Yan Diomande, Anthony Gordon, and Mateus Mane.
1. Yan Diomande: The Bundesliga Sensation
RB Leipzig’s Ivory Coast international has been a revelation in Germany. While his initial price tag was set at a staggering €100m, reports now suggest Leipzig may be forced to accept a fee closer to €60-70m this summer.
Yan Diomande:
| Competition | Apps | Goals | Assists | Minutes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bundesliga | 21 | 8 | 5 | 1,452′ |
| DFB-Pokal | 3 | 1 | 1 | 241′ |
| TOTAL | 24 | 9 | 6 | 1,693′ |
2. Anthony Gordon: The ‘Hostile Raid’
Despite the “bad blood” between Manchester United and Newcastle, Anthony Gordon remains a primary target. With the Magpies currently 10th and likely to miss out on Champions League football, INEOS is reportedly considering a “hostile raid.” Newcastle may be forced into a “major sale” to balance their books, potentially allowing United to snag the England star for a reduced fee.
3. Mateus Mane: The Budget Wildcard
Wolves’ 18-year-old trickster, Mateus Mane, is the “cheaper” alternative. Boasting the best dribbling metrics in the Premier League since his debut, Mane could be available at a cut-price deal if Wolves are relegated. However, Ben Jacobs suggests that while talks have opened, the Portuguese starlet is currently behind Gordon and Diomande in the pecking order.
Ronald Mike is a football writer covering the English Premier League, providing match analysis, tactical insight, and coverage of key rivalries and title races across the season.
