There’s been a lot of news about Manchester United lately.With the summer transfer window approaching, the team seems to be brewing a big move.And behind it all is their manager, Ruben Amorim.
After Amorim took over Manchester United, the team management also began to accelerate the pace, ready to create a truly competitive new team.After all, the current United team, which is only a middle-of-the-road performer in the Premier League, must make changes if they want to return to the top.
Currently, Manchester United is owned by the Inglis Group and Sir Jim Ratcliffe.This is their second transfer period since taking over the club and the pressure is on.They know that if they don’t produce any more results, the fans will definitely not buy it.
So, what have United done recently?
Firstly, they have signed a Brazilian striker, Mateus Cunha, from Wolves for £62.5 million.The player kicked 15 goals last season and is good.He will officially join United after playing for the national team.
Then, the media also broke the good news that Brentford star Brian Mbemo has agreed to join Manchester United.He rejected offers from Newcastle and Arsenal, choosing to come to Old Trafford for about £50 million.
Also, United captain Bruno Fernandes has decided to stay.Previously Saudi side Al Hilal made a staggering offer of £700,000 a week for a total of £100 million.However, B Faye chose to remain loyal and continue to play for Manchester United.
Fans were pretty excited when these news came out.But the question also came up: with so many new players joining the team, plus the original starters, how on earth is Coach Amorim going to arrange all these people?
The British newspaper The Sun drew a few diagrams for this purpose, predicting the lineup that Manchester United may use in the next season.Although it’s just speculation, it’s quite interesting.
Goalkeeper position: target lock Martinez
In the goalkeeper position, United are said to be targeting Villa’s Argentinean goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez.This goalkeeper had a great performance in the World Cup and has a great ability to make saves.If he can be brought in, then United’s defensive line will be a lot more stable.
However, there’s no official confirmation of this deal yet, so we’ll have to wait and see.
Defensive line: three center backs system may become mainstream
In the back line, United may go with a three-man center back system.The three could be Lisandro Martinez, Mateusz de Ligt, and youngster Lenny Jolo.
Interestingly, Bruno Fernandes could be placed behind the center of the midfield in a sort of “holding back” role.His task will be to control the tempo and organize the attack.Next to him could be Brighton’s midfielder Balepa.This player is a good tackler and often creates threats in front of the ball.
As for the sides, Amad Diallo could be used on the right and Patrick Dolgoo on the left.These two are fast, run aggressively and can attack and defend.
Midfield and forward line: a lot of variation
In the midfield, in addition to Fernandez and Balepa, there are Mbemo and Cunha.These two players have excellent skills and can pass as well as shoot, which is perfect for the pace of modern soccer.
As for the striker position, United originally wanted to bring in Fulham’s Mitrovic.But he’s now gone to the Saudi League and hasn’t returned for a while.So if they don’t sign him, Cunha may play as a “false 9” (pseudo 9), that is, a nominal striker, but actually more involved in organizing the attack.
In this case, Fernandez and Mbemo will play around Cunha and create chances.
Substitution lineup: there are plenty of potentials as well
Apart from the starting lineup, United’s bench isn’t bad either.
In goal, for example, they are also looking at another player – Vanya Milinkovic-Savic.The goalkeeper used to come from Manchester United’s youth training and now plays in Italy.If given the chance, he might try his hand back at Old Trafford.
In addition, young Japanese goalkeeper Sion Suzuki is also under consideration as a future reserve.
At the back, Haven, Maguire and Mazrahi are all solid options.In the midfield, Ugarte and Balepa would be good to partner.And on the attacking end, Cunha could be pushed up front with Fernandes and Mbemo in support.
One more potential target is Sporting Lisbon’s Swedish striker Viktor Giocheres.He is reportedly willing to join United himself.If he does come, he and Mbemo could form a double striker, with Cunha back in the No.10 position to link up the attack.
OPTION: What if we can’t get Balepa?
If United don’t end up signing Balepa, they have alternative plans.For example, Crystal Palace’s Adam Walton is a good replacement.The English youngster is only 20 years old, has good physical fitness and good ball control.He could play in midfield, leaving Fernandez to support Cunha.
In that case, the wings would still be handled by Dolgoo and Diallo, and the overall structure wouldn’t change much.
To summarize: United’s future is worth looking forward to
Overall, Man Utd have made quite a lot of moves this summer.Judging from the reinforcements, they are really trying to build a more competitive team.Especially the arrival of Amorim has brought new tactical ideas and management style to the team.
Although not all of these players are in place yet, just from the current roster, United’s squad has been greatly improved.Whether it’s the starters or the substitutes, there are quite a few highlights.
Of course, the real test will have to wait until the start of the new season.Whether these players can be synthesized into a team and play the strongest fighting force, it still depends on Amorim’s coaching and the players’ cooperation.
For the fans, maybe next season, we can see a different Manchester United, a real title contender of the Red Devils.
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