Manchester United are reportedly closing in on the capture of the talented young Japanese goalkeeper Zion Suzuki.
According to Sponichi Sports from Japan, Manchester United are on the verge of securing the services of Zion Suzuki. The 20-year-old plays for the J1 league club Urawa Reds and has already made a senior appearance for his country.
The 20-year-old is highly rated in Japan, and he could prove to be a quality long-term signing for the Red Devils. Manchester United need to bring in goalkeepers this summer, especially after the departure of David de Gea and the potential exit of Dean Henderson.
The Spaniard’s contract expired last month, and Henderson needs to move on in search of regular game time. Recent reports have suggested de Gea will not return to Manchester United on a new contract. On the other hand, Nottingham Forest want to re-sign Henderson permanently.
So the Red Devils must look to bring in multiple reinforcements in the goalkeeping department, and they have been linked with a move for Andre Onana. Meanwhile, recent reports have claimed talks to sign Onana are advancing.
The Inter Milan goalkeeper is likely to be the first-choice stopper at Manchester United if the transfer goes through. But the Red Devils need to bring in a quality backup option as well. That is because Tom Heaton is the only other senior goalkeeper at Manchester United.
Manchester United have been linked with a number of players in recent weeks, and Zion Suzuki could be a useful understudy to the Cameroon goalkeeper. The 20-year-old has the potential to develop into a first-team player for Manchester United. And it remains to be seen whether he can force his way into Erik ten Hag’s plans next season.
The opportunity to join a club like Manchester United will be hugely attractive for the talented, young Japanese international and he will want to get the deal across the line. Signing the 20-year-old will add to Manchester United’s commercial appeal in the Asian market as well.
Suzuki has a contract with his current club until January 31, 2024, and he will join Manchester United for a nominal price. The youngster could end up justifying the outlay and proving to be a bargain in the long run. Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana is likely to cost a premium this summer, and signing a cheaper understudy to him makes perfect sense for Manchester United.
