- Manchester United are in the market looking for a midfielder, with Sofyan Amrabat top target
- Tottenham Hotspur are ready to sell Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg this summer
- Erik ten Hag has worked with Hojbjerg before in Bayern Munich
Manchester United have been presented with an opportunity to sign Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, the unsettled midfielder from Tottenham Hotspur. At 28 years old, Hojbjerg has entered the final two years of his contract with the London club, and they would be open to his departure this summer if an acceptable offer comes in.
In early August, there were discussions between Spurs and Atletico Madrid regarding a potential transfer for Hojbjerg. However, a £30 million deal that would have seen him move to the Spanish capital did not materialize.
Hojbjerg’s status at Tottenham has shifted due to the emergence of Pape Matar Sarr in midfield, a 20-year-old Senegalese international. Sarr is set to be rewarded for his progress with a new contract, further increasing competition in the midfield. Additionally, Hojbjerg faces competition from Yves Bissouma and Oliver Skipp for a spot in the first team.
Tottenham Hotspur are ready to sell Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg and have offered Manchester United the opportunity to sign the midfielder. | PHOTO: Goal |
Hojbjerg is currently being offered to various clubs, and Manchester United is among those who have been contacted. The Red Devils are actively seeking to bolster their central midfield options and have been in pursuit of Fiorentina’s Sofyan Amrabat. Negotiations for Amrabat, despite his strong desire to join United, have been progressing slowly. United has also considered moving for Bayern Munich’s Ryan Gravenberch, who is not in favour in Bavaria and is unlikely to see many opportunities under manager Thomas Tuchel.
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A potential transfer for Hojbjerg may face complications due to Tottenham’s preference for a sale rather than facilitating a loan deal. However, United’s manager, Erik ten Hag, has prior experience working with Hojbjerg, having managed him for Bayern Munich’s B team back in 2013. This familiarity could provide insights into the qualities that Hojbjerg could bring to United’s midfield, which has shown vulnerabilities in the club’s initial two games of the season.
In addition to seeking midfield reinforcements, United is also considering options at left-back. A recent injury setback for Luke Shaw has prompted United to explore potential short-term loan options. Players such as Chelsea’s Marc Cucurella, Tottenham’s Sergio Reguilon, and Barcelona’s Marcos Alonso have been presented as potential options. It’s worth noting that Cucurella recently regained his place in Xavi’s side for Barcelona’s thrilling 4-3 win over Villarreal.
As the transfer deadline of September 1 approaches, Manchester United is also anticipating outgoing transfers. Goalkeeper Dean Henderson is on the verge of a move to Crystal Palace, with a deal worth an initial £15 million in the works. Additionally, former captain Harry Maguire continues to be linked with West Ham United. West Ham is reportedly interested in reigniting talks, this time for a potential loan deal, but any movement on this front is unlikely unless United secures a replacement.
In conclusion, Manchester United is actively exploring options to reinforce its squad in the final days of the transfer window. The pursuit of Hojbjerg, along with considerations for other midfield targets and left-back options, underscores the club’s commitment to strengthening key areas. Concurrently, United is navigating potential outgoing transfers to ensure a balanced squad for the upcoming season.
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