Manchester United are expected to have a very busy summer transfer window with a squad overhaul lined up.
The Red Devils under INEOS have made some big controversial changes behind the scenes, decisions focused on reducing the financial burden on the club, including laying off hundreds of employees.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe also intends to ship off the fringe players, to reduce the wage bill and raise funds for the new signings.
In terms of incomings, the club is expected to back Ruben Amorim in his squad rebuild with several key signings expected across multiple positions.
Among the players linked with a move is former United academy graduate and England midfielder Angel Gomes.
Man United still in contention to sign Angel Gomes
The Red Devls face strong competition from Tottenham, who are pushing to sign Gomes. While the player has already rejected a move to West Ham (via The Guardian), Spurs remains a likely destination, with reports indicating that club chairman Daniel Levy has made it his personal mission to sign the midfielder.
Despite Tottenham’s interest Ben Jacobs insists that Man United are still in the race to sign him. Speaking to GiveMeSport, Jacobs confirmed Spurs’ firm interest in the player but insisted that the Red Devils shouldn’t be ruled out of the race. He said:
“I still wouldn’t discount Manchester United making a move to re-sign Gomes, and that could also be one to watch.
“So we can’t yet say that Spurs have got a clear run at Gomes, but they’re one of the club that are firmly interested.
“And I’d be surprised if West Ham succeed with their offer, despite the relatively lucrative finances on offer.”
Angel Gomes has been likened with Man City midfielder Rodri
Gomes has made quite a name for himself in France since leaving Man United on a free transfer in 2020. The 24-year-old has established himself as a key part of the Lille side over recent years, making 134 appearances for the club, scoring 10 and assisting 19 goals across all competitions.
His performances in the midfield has seen him get compared to Manchester City star Rodri. Gomes’ former youth coach at Manchester United, Paul McGuinness praised the player’s ability to control the midfield, similar to the Spaniard.
“A Frenkie de Jong who can receive the ball off the back four and then move away, use disguises and so on. Someone who has those skills to receive the ball with their back to goal to start the play and keep control,” McGuinness told Sky Sports.
“We’ve seen Rodri do it for Spain and Man City. That’s one profile that we would be trying to promote within our country to try and improve.
“We searched within the FA to try and improve that type of midfield player. That’s the type of player Angel is.”
| Angel Gomes senior stats | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| Attacking midfield | 108 | 28 | 24 |
| Central midfield | 52 | 5 | 8 |
| Left midfield | 24 | 5 | 5 |
His ability to play across various positions in the midfield making him a valuable asset for any side. With him available on a free transfer, he should be a no-brainer signing for Amorim.
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