Still looking to welcome the first signing of the Ruben Amorim era, Manchester United have reportedly set their sights on an in-form winger who has a release clause of just £17m.
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The Red Devils at least eased the pressure on their new manager last time out in the Premier League by earning a 2-2 draw against high-flying Liverpool, although they could have clinched all three points at Anfield for the first time since 2015.
However, with the January transfer window now open, their performances haven’t been in the headlines for long, especially given Marcus Rashford’s search for a new club.
Left out of Amorim’s side since the win over Manchester City, Rashford admitted he was ready for a new challenge, and reports have since focused on his future. Although United struggled at times, he remained an outcast at his boyhood club.
Meanwhile, as one winger heads for the exit door, another could arrive. According to reports in Spain, Manchester United now aim to sign Yeremay Hernandez. by triggering his €20m (£17m) release clause at Deportivo La Coruna.
A graduate of Real Madrid’s academy, Hernández has been enjoying life in Spain’s second division this month and all signs point to a player ready to break into the elite, whether in the Premier League or elsewhere.
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He could be a low-risk solution to a major problem at Old Trafford.
It remains to be seen whether Manchester United will go on and beat Newcastle United and others with his signature.
Hernández an unexpected option
If Manchester United are looking to replace Rashford, signing a winger from Spain’s second division would certainly be an interesting choice – and he would need to go well from the start if they are to win over the fans.
While Bryan Mbeumo would grab the headlines, the Red Devils often chose to buy proven stars and quickly regretted their choice. So, welcoming an unexpected rising star might just be the way to go for a £17m price tag.
Rating seven goals and an assist for three others In all of Deportivo’s competitions so far this season, Hernandez has arguably been a first division player who has gone through life a notch below his true quality.
Indeed, the “flamboyant” winger has been highlighted for his potential in recent months by Jacek Kulig of Football Talent Scout.
Additionally, if Manchester United miss out on European football in the current campaign, they will need to assess whether they will be able to accommodate players of Mbeumo’s caliber. Currently sitting 13th in the Premier League and struggling to accommodate Amorim’s top targets, those at Old Trafford had no choice but to think outside the box.
As the January transfer window continues, they will be one of the more interesting teams to watch.
