Manchester United We went through several different front lines throughout the 2024/25 season to try and resolve the ongoing issues and lack of goals among the squad.
The Red Devils just have them Scoring 23 goals In the first twenty Premier League campaign matches, with only four teams having scored fewer so far.
In a way, Marcus Rashford, who He looks ready to walk away From Old Trafford, it still stands Reuben AmorimTop scorer in the league, despite not participating in any of the last six matches.
Rasmus Hoglund and Joshua Zirkzee The hierarchy cost around £100 million In bringing them to the club, but the duo only mustered Five league goals combined In 2024/25.
Given the lack of quality in the final third, United will no doubt want to improve the options available to Amorim, with a new name now added to the mix.
Manchester United is looking for a striker
According to Jeffmisport, United are expected to be introduced An opportunity to sign a Lille striker Jonathan David To try to increase the firepower within the first team.
Canadian international record 17 times in his 27 matches Across all competitions, six of his goals have come in the Champions League – highlighting his ability to perform at the highest level.
It is unclear whether the deal will be completed during the current window or in the summer, but the 24-year-old Out of contract at the end of the season – This would likely lead to a pre-agreeing a contract and then signing it for nothing.
On the other hand, United could look to agree a minimum transfer fee to bring David in immediately to deliver Amorim the extra quality he has been desperately seeking in recent weeks.
His balance from 82 goals in 162 matches His inclusion with the Ligue 1 side is a testament to his goal-scoring abilities, and he is likely to be Amorim's new version of a player who also flourished under him prior to his stint at Old Trafford.
Why David could be United's answer to Geukeris
Every Red Devils fan would love for the club to try to sign the Sporting Lisbon striker Victor Geukeris In January this year, the Swedish international is considered one of the most in-form strikers in European football.
The 26-year-old starred under the supervision of the United coach during their time together in Portugal. He scored 43 goals in all competitions During the 2023/24 season – helped the club win the Portuguese League title.
This campaign was no different for the former Coventry City man. He scored 31 goals in only 29 matchesincluding a hat-trick against arch-rival Manchester City in the Champions League in November.
However, a deal for the Swede is likely to cost the hierarchy a huge sum of money – midfielder Talk about a fee of £80 million – With David the perfect alternative. In fact, it has been rated as Similar player to Gyokeres By FBref based on their numbers throughout 2024/25.
David has matched or bettered the sought-after striker in several key areas this campaign, highlighting what a massive addition he will be if the hierarchy can secure a deal for his services.
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How David compares to Jockeys in 2024/25 so far |
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Statistics (per 90) |
David |
GeoQuerys |
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Games played |
16 |
17 |
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Goals and assists |
12 |
23 |
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Shot on target accuracy |
52% |
44% |
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Progressive passes |
1.8 |
1.6 |
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Passing accuracy |
82% |
71% |
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Success in decision making |
52% |
49% |
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Statistics via FBref |
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The Canadian who was previously nicknamed “One of the best strikers in the worldAnd “The Phenomenon” by podcaster Tony Marinaro, they may have scored fewer goals and assists in the 2024/25 season, but they did. Higher accuracy rate for shooting on targetHe appears to be more accurate in his efforts toward goal.
He also completed more passes and scored Higher success rate in dealinggiving Amorim the opportunity to play him in a slightly deeper role behind the striker if he needs to – a versatile option within the attacking third.
Given that he could be available on a free, United must simply work tirelessly to complete a deal for a player who is likely to be in high demand throughout January.
The Canadian may not be the first choice for fans to come in and provide the goods, but he will certainly add goals that have been extremely difficult to achieve in recent months – which could change their fortunes as a result.
