Manchester United have held talks in the background to sign Mohammed Kudus from Ajax, although other options are being considered.
According to 90min, Manchester United are considering a move for Mohammed Kudus as a replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo. Other players are under consideration for the position. The Red Devils reportedly opened talks for the Ghanaian international, who continues to have a good season.
The January market has always proven a tricky playground for clubs seeking a new striker. Usually, the selling clubs are unwilling to sell their stars mid-season or slap a huge price tag to ward off suitors. In the case of Manchester United, they have the mean task of replacing Cristiano Ronaldo, who left after terminating his contract before the World Cup.
Ronaldo’s goals were valuable to Manchester United last season. But he was embroiled in one controversy after another this term. Many feel the striker departing Old Trafford could allow the club to look forward toward new plans and bring success.
Erik ten Hag desperately wants a new attacker in place before the January transfer window closes and had set sights on new Liverpool signing Cody Gakpo. After losing out on the Dutchman, Manchester United remain active in the market, with a few names mentioned as potential targets.
Joao Felix remains a target, although Atletico Madrid’s excessive demands of a loan fee may force Manchester United to cool their interest. Vincent Aboubakar is also mentioned as a potential Ronaldo replacement. Now, the new name of Mohammed Kudus has come to the fore, with the ex-ten Hag protege becoming a likely option.
Kudus became a talked-about player after his impressive displays for Ghana at the World Cup. The Black Stars got knocked out in the group stages. But the young attacker came out with his reputation enhanced. He has attracted interest from many clubs, including Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United.
The ex-ten Hag protege will cost a huge sum. But Manchester United might be ready to invest in a talent Ten Hag knows well from his time at Ajax. The club may have reportedly talked with the Dutch side for Kudus, although nothing has materialised. And Manchester United will hope to broker an initial loan deal for the 22-year-old.
Kudus can play in multiple positions, including centre-forward, attacking midfield, and central midfield. His versatility and ability to get goals to make him a formidable name in the market. So top clubs, including Manchester United, remain keen.
There are questions about whether Ajax would prefer to part ways with him in January or wait until the summer. If Manchester United have a serious interest, the club will push to get the signing done this month or move on toward other targets.
