Manchester United have reportedly approached 22-year-old Everton midfielder Amadou Onana over a possible January move.
According to a report by Football Transfers, Amadou Onana is the subject of interest from Manchester United. The Red Devils are keen on signing the Everton midfielder in the January transfer window. And they have initiated discussions with the 22-year-old over a possible move.
The Amadou Onana Story
Amadou Onana has established himself as one of the best young midfielders in the Premier League since joining Everton from Lille 18 months ago. The Belgian international was instrumental in the Toffees retaining their top-flight status last season. And he has continued on his upward trajectory this term.
The 22-year-old has turned out 21 times across all competitions thus far this season, chipping in with two goals and one assist. Meanwhile, Onana’s progress at Everton has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs. Recent reports have pointed to Barcelona leading the race to sign him.
But the former Lille midfielder also has admirers in the Premier League, with Arsenal recently ramping up talks to sign him. Manchester United are not far behind, with the Red Devils also keen on securing his services. And they have approached the player to discuss a possible January move.
Manchester United Interested
Manchester United can do with a versatile midfielder who can reprise different roles in the middle of the park. Amadou Onana has excelled as a holding midfielder and a box-to-box midfielder at Everton. So, he can be a solid addition to the Manchester United squad if he moves across the Premier League.
Casemiro is approaching the final phase of his illustrious career and has been a shell of his best self. In addition, Sofyan Amrabat will unlikely complete a permanent move to Manchester United. So, it behoves Manchester United to invest in a midfielder, with Onana being a viable target. Meanwhile, the report suggests an exchange deal involving Scott McTominay might be on the cards.
The Scottish international is the subject of interest from Everton. Exchanging Amadou Onana with the 27-year-old and some cash might be a sensible option for Manchester United. With both Premier League clubs wary of Financial Fair Play issues, such an arrangement might see the light of day.
