Ruben Amorim will reportedly back Manchester United’s pursuit of Angel Gomes, as the midfielder is likely to leave LOSC Lille soon.
According to The Sun, Manchester United’s pursuit of Angel Gomes has received the backing of new manager Ruben Amorim. The 24-year-old midfielder is likely to leave Ligue 1 club LOSC Lille in the winter window as this will be the best chance for the French club to get some money for the player, with Tottenham also keen.
Manchester United may dip into the market to bring in players that suit the plans of new manager Ruben Amorim. The Red Devils are still short in some areas of the pitch, with midfield being one place they can work towards bringing in a new player.
Former academy star Angel Gomes has emerged as a big target for the Red Devils ahead of a potential period where he could be available. The four-capped England international has come on the radars of many teams in recent months following his call-up to the national side.
Gomes’s profile would seem like a match for Manchester United’s, although some may have doubted how he fits into Amorim’s plans. The report states that the Portuguese boss is open to the idea of adding the 24-year-old Ligue 1 midfielder ahead of the January window.
With Gomes not ruling out a return to his old club, the January transfer window could mark a new beginning for his career as he finally gets his chance in the Premier League. Manchester United will face competition from Tottenham, who are also keen on landing the 24-year-old Ligue 1 midfielder.
Manchester United or Tottenham for Gomes?
Tottenham are in a good position to attract some top talents, and given they have some space in their midfield, Ange Postecoglou could devise a plan for Angel Gomes. The midfielder’s style will also suit Spurs in a big way, although the lure of a return to Manchester United might prove too tempting for the 24-year-old midfielder to turn it down.
Gomes is open to joining a Premier League side, and as things stand, Manchester United may have a solid upper hand in the race. In any case, any transfer in the winter window will depend on how low Lille are planning to sell him for, as he’s still considered a key player and is important for the Ligue 1 club’s plans this season.
