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Manchester United deserted their pursuit of Carlos Baleba after Brighton & Hove Albion indicated their star midfielder is just not on the market.
Baleba remains to be keen to maneuver to Outdated Trafford, and United might wait till 2026 to land the Cameroonian expertise.
Nonetheless, there’s an apparent lack of athleticism and technical prowess in United’s midfield, and these points may plague Ruben Amorim because the season progresses.
A report in Spain suggests, the membership’s hierarchy are taking a look at options to strengthen Amorim’s midfield.
Manchester United fascinated about Agoume
In accordance with Orgullo Biri (through Sport Witness), Sevilla star Lucien Agoume is on United’s checklist.
The Frenchman has emerged because the linchpin of Sevilla’s midfield, serving to them keep away from relegation final marketing campaign.
It’s claimed the 23-year-old generally is a cheaper different to Baleba. His contract in Seville features a €40m launch clause.
The report suggests United are contemplating making a transfer, stating: “Manchester is coming.”
As per a separate report, relayed by Vamos Mi Sevilla FC, Sevilla are keen to promote the dynamic midfielder, who moved to Spain from Inter Milan in 2024. Nonetheless, the La Liga outfit won’t promote Agoume for lower than €30m.
Agoume might be preferrred for Man United
Agoume is thought for his ball-winning and long-pass potential.
Final season, he made 4.73 tackles and interceptions per 90 minutes in La Liga. As per Statman Dave, these numbers put him “within the prime 2% of midfielders for that metric.”
Contemplating Casemiro’s ageing legs and Manuel Ugarte’s lack of composure in the midst of the park, a midfielder of Agoume’s profile may show to be a strong addition to Amorim’s ranks with out a main monetary dedication.
Characteristic picture Fran Santiago through Getty Photos
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