Manchester United and Newcastle United could retain an interest in €20 million-rated Serhou Guirassy ahead of the summer window.
According to Sport Bild via Sport Witness, Manchester United and Newcastle United could resume their pursuit of Serhou Guirassy in the summer. The VfB Stuttgart forward did not leave the Bundesliga club despite heavy speculation. But he could do so in the next window courtesy of a €20 million release clause.
Manchester United Want a Striker: Serhou Guirassy Coming?
Manchester United searched for a striker in the January transfer window. But Erik ten Hag openly admitted recently that FFP prevented them from getting someone of quality. He also mentioned Anthony Martial’s injury as a reason for the requirement, but they might resume the search in the summer.
Serhou Guirassy was a target for Manchester United in January, and they could have seen an opportunity to sign the red-hot Stuttgart striker, who has 19 goals this season. He still has a €20 million clause that will be expected to stay the same when the next window opens, when there will be a lot of other clubs angling for his signature.
Guirassy’s goalscoring prowess has proven his major weapon this season for Stuttgart as they continue to challenge the Bundesliga elites for a top-four place. However, FFP problems have proven problematic for many clubs, even in the Premier League.
The Red Devils do retain an interest in the striker ahead of the summer window. They were considering a move alongside Newcastle United before the January window. But neither side has been able to make any signings owing to the FFP roubles.
Newcastle United Also Want Serhou Guirassy
Newcastle United are in the market for a new striker and will pursue one after the season. There are doubts over Callum Wilson’s long-term future at the club, which could see the Magpies sign a replacement. Bournemouth’s Dominic Solanke remains an option after they had no chance with the Englishman last month.
Eddie Howe will go through plenty of other options, of which Guirassy is also a part. His potential €20 million release clause will play a significant role in the striker’s movement, as more clubs other than Manchester United and Newcastle United will show an interest in signing him.
