like Reuben Amorim Looking to put his own stamp on the current side, Manchester United The striker is reportedly already in negotiations with a £100m move during a summer move to Old Trafford.
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When 2025 arrives, there is no doubt that Manchester United will once again have to endure a busy transfer window to right the many mistakes they made throughout Erik ten Hag's tenure. Already, it has become clear that some stars are unlikely to fit into Amorim's complex 3-4-2-1 system that features wing-backs rather than wingers and two advanced No.10s.
Among those who could fall victim to such a regime change is Marcus Rashford, with recent reports going so far as to suggest that Sir Jim Ratcliffe is ready to part ways United's struggling striker signs for less than £40m in 2025. In what could be a surprise departure, Rashford could finally rediscover his best form outside Old Trafford amid reported interest from La Liga giants Barcelona.
With one striker likely to depart, meanwhile, the Red Devils appear to have turned their attention towards a player who can finally sharpen United's attacking line in 2025.
According to Trivela via Sport Witness, Manchester United are already in negotiations with Joao Pedro During a summer move from Brighton & Hove Albion, the Brazilian is said to be ready to part ways with the Seagulls in 2025.
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However, it won't be an easy exit, given that the Sussex club value their star player at A £100 million is huge. It remains to be seen whether United are in a position to spend such money, especially if they fail to qualify for the Champions League again, unless they cash in on several names.
An immediate upgrade for Joshua Zirkzee and a player who can play behind the improving Rasmus Hoglund. Pedro He will certainly be one of the signings of the summer if United continue the expensive deal.
Pedro “the Great” fits into the Amorim system
While Rashford is a square peg in a round hole under Amorim, Pedro would be a perfect fit under the former Sporting FC boss. With the powerful Hoglund acting as the new Viktor Geukeris, Pedro could sit alongside Bruno Fernandes in one of the more advanced No. 10 roles to create a front three at Old Trafford and one to end the Red Devils' goal scoring woes.
English Premier League statistics 24/25 (FBref As of December 15) |
Joao Pedro |
Rasmus Hoglund |
Bruno Fernandes |
---|---|---|---|
minutes |
589 |
607 |
1,249 |
Objectives |
4 |
2 |
3 |
Helps |
3 |
0 |
5 |
Expected goals |
2.4 |
1.8 |
4.4 |
The positive sign is that both Pedro and Hoglund have outperformed their expected goals this season, with both strikers having a greater ability to convert chances when they come their way. And this is where Fernandes will make his mark. The Manchester United captain already has five assists to his name this season, and that number will only increase alongside Pedro's if the Red Devils secure the Brazilian's signature.
The former manager called her “great.” Roberto de Zerbe Last year, Pedro looked headed for the top, which could come thanks to his summer move to Old Trafford.