Garnacho could leave Old Trafford after Lookman deal
Garnacho is at risk of leaving Man United as the Manchester team aims to recruit Ademola Lookman to rebuild the attack this summer.
MU is showing determination to refresh the attack after a poor season in terms of scoring, and the name Ademola Lookman is emerging as a top target. The Red Devils' approach to the player wearing the Atalanta shirt is not only to improve the attack but can also open the door for Alejandro Garnacho - a young talent who is facing the risk of losing his starting position.
Currently, Man United have only scored 39 goals after 34 rounds in the Premier League - the lowest achievement in the league and only slightly better than a few teams competing to avoid relegation. Under the expected leadership of coach Ruben Amorim next season, the Old Trafford team is urgently looking for suitable factors to reform the attack.
In addition to Lookman, the Manchester team is also closely following Matheus Cunha of Wolves - a player who can play well in the role of an attacking midfielder and a winger. However, it is Lookman who is attracting special attention when he is exploding in Serie A with 18 goals and 7 assists in 37 matches. This form has made him a nominee for the Golden Ball and attracted the attention of many big clubs in England such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool.
With his versatile playing style, Lookman is considered very suitable for the 3-4-3 tactical system that Amorim favors. The Nigerian player had a time playing in the Premier League with Everton, and although he was not too outstanding, he accumulated the necessary experience to return to England.
Atalanta's asking price for Lookman could be as high as £55m - around £51m more than his market value. With United needing to offload players to comply with Financial Fair Play regulations, Lookman has become an even more attractive option. However, his arrival is likely to push Garnacho aside.
The young Argentine is on the radar of Napoli and Chelsea. Napoli even offered a fee of £67 million, but United are said to be willing to accept a lower price to quickly recoup their rebuilding budget. While Garnacho still has the potential to develop, the arrival of Lookman and Cunha will significantly reduce his playing opportunities.
The recruitment of Lookman is not only a professional step forward but also shows the determination to renew the squad of Man United. If the deals go smoothly, the Red Devils can completely lay the foundation for the ambition to return to the top in the near future.
