Soon-to-be Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has made signing the “perfect striker” a top priority ahead of the summer transfer window, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
The Italian journalist reports two players in particular, Benfica’s Darwin Nunez and Everton’s Richarlison, have featured prominently in initial discussions:
“Erik ten Hag knows how important it is to decide who is the perfect striker for Manchester United as soon as possible. For example, Darwin Nunez, and Richarlison are already players they have discussed internally.”
“The perfect striker will be discussed with ten Hag before jumping into negotiations. Man United will 100% sign a new striker regardless of what happens with Ronaldo.”
Nunez is believed to be valued at around €75m (£63m) and is also a target for the likes of Chelsea, Arsenal, Tottenham and West Ham.
Richarlison, meanwhile, is reported to have a price tag of around €80m (£67m) with Spurs and Newcastle said to be keen on signing the Brazilian international as well.
Other areas of the pitch are also likely to be strengthened, with a midfielder, a centre-back and a right-back all needed. With so many players having asked to leave or allowing their contracts to expire, ten Hag will be able to start with a clean slate but it will still be a challenge bringing in all the players he needs during one summer.
