Manchester United wants Barcelona star attacker Raphinha during the current summer transfer window to bolster their attack under Ruben Amorim. The surprising development could change the landscape of the Premier League as Amorim intends to reshape the squad this summer.
The Portuguese faced a lot of trouble last season, as the team he inherited failed to meet the tactical demands. Amorim’s style of play and philosophy are vastly different to the one deployed by former United manager Erik ten Hag.
The Red Devils struggled immensely last season due to the transition, plummeting to a 16th-place finish in the Premier League. United also lost the Europa League final to Tottenham Hotspur, adding to the fans’ misery as they endured last season.
Nevertheless, the lack of European football has provided Amorim with a unique chance to focus on the redevelopment at United. With the lack of fixtures, Amorim could prioritise quality over quantity in the current window, focusing on the first team.
According to Fichajes, United are ready to spend €150 million to lure Raphinha from Barcelona during the summer transfer window. While Raphinha remains an indispensable player at Barcelona, the astronomical transfer fee could force the Catalan club to sell him.
The Brazil international made 57 appearances in all competitions last season for Barcelona, scoring 34 goals and providing 25 assists. The 28-year-old attacker is operating in the prime of his career and played a pivotal role for Barcelona last season.
Raphinha would fit the system that Amorim deploys, capable of playing at multiple attacking positions and on both attacking wings. While United are also facing a financial problem, they have displayed the capacity of spending big by immediately targeting Bryan Mbeumo after signing Matheus Cunha.
As the Red Devils intend to add quality over quantity, a potential mega deal could happen, particularly if they sell a lot of their surplus. Rest assured, Raphinha is a massive game-changer and somewhat of an unrealistic target for United for now.
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