Manchester United are reportedly planning to ‘accelerate’ their efforts to sign RB Leipzig star Yan Diomande in January. Air sports.
The Red Devils decided to renew the front line last summer by purchasing Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko. As a result, they have improved significantly in the attacking third this season.
However, with Mbeumo and Amad Diallo on an international mission to play in AFCON, United have struggled in recent matches, even failing to beat Wolverhampton Wanderers in midweek.
Apart from the absence of the African duo, Bruno Fernandes and Mason Mount have suffered injuries, while Joshua Zirkzee has found it difficult to show his best in the Premier League.
That is why Ruben Amorim is forced to use players from the youth academy, but they do not seem ready to play at the highest level. As a result, United plan to sign a new striker in January.
AFC Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo emerged as a serious option but he has decided to join Manchester City. Now, Air sports report that Man Utd have identified Diomande as an alternative option after being impressed with his recent eye-catching performances.
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While United have no plans to sign him immediately, they are prepared to ‘accelerate’ their efforts to secure his service if other clubs make a move in January, with Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich also keen on him.
It was recently reported that Leipzig want around £87 million to sell the youngster, with his existing deal running until 2030. However, the German side could be open to letting him leave for a significantly lower fee and could accept around £52 million.
A natural left winger, Diomande has made a promising start this season, scoring ten goals in all competitions so far. Currently, alongside Amad, he is on international duty with the Ivory Coast national team to play in AFCON.
The 19-year-old is fast, strong and efficient at dribbling past opposition defenders in tight areas, and can create chances for fellow strikers.
It will be interesting to see whether the Old Trafford club ultimately manages to secure its service in the winter period and thus strengthen its attacking department.
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