Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro played in the double pivot again for Manchester United when they faced Liverpool yesterday. Although the duo did well together, the Portuguese’s advanced positions left them a little vulnerable without the ball.
The Red Devils are eyeing a central midfielder signing and big spending in the January transfer window cannot be ruled out. Offside has reported that Man United are preparing a bid to sign Victor Froholdt from Porto this winter.
Porto signed the 19-year-old from Copenhagen during the summer transfer window, but his immediate impact at the Portuguese giants has already attracted the attention of United, while Arsenal are also keen on his takeover, according to the source.
Froholdt has a contract with Porto until 2030, so his employers have solid negotiating power over his future, although he does have a £74 million release clause that Arsenal or United could pay to avoid negotiations with the player’s club.
Froholdt a brilliant signing for Man United
While Arsenal are interested in signing Victor Froholdt, they may not compete with Manchester United over a move for him given his high release clause combined with the fact that they already have plenty of depth in midfield.
That said, he promises to be a solid signing for the Red Devils. The Danish star’s ability to dictate play from deeper areas, pass between the lines and dribble to play out of tight spaces makes him the ideal fit alongside Casemiro.
Defensively, Froholdt’s attributes need improvement, but with age and continuity in a fluid tactical system built around possession, there is every reason to believe the young talent will develop into a well-rounded product as he gains more experience.
He remains a key part of Porto’s plans, with 12 appearances already under his belt this season, but should his team see the opportunity to use him as a cash cow in January, a move to Manchester United for the right fee could be possible.
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