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Manchester United and their aim to rebuild under Ruben Amorim demands smart recruitment in January and beyond.
To compete at the top level again, United must focus on signing players with the right mix of age, potential, and experience.
The lack of goals this season highlights the importance of adding quality in attack as a priority for the squad.
While spending over £600million in recent years, United’s recruitment has lacked consistency in delivering players who fit a clear system.
Amorim’s arrival signals a shift, with the Portuguese coach focused on long-term planning and developing a cohesive playing style.
Players who can adapt to his philosophy will be key to ensuring United’s resurgence in the Premier League and Europe.
This winter window offers a chance to address immediate needs while laying foundations for future success.
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One player United considered is French international Randal Kolo Muani, who has instead completed a loan move to Juventus from PSG.
The 26-year-old joins the Italian giants for the remainder of the season, without an option to make the transfer permanent.
Kolo Muani was on United’s radar as they searched for attacking reinforcements, but Juventus secured the deal ahead of the Reds.
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United’s interest dates back to summer 2023, following Kolo Muani’s stellar season at Eintracht Frankfurt.
He registered 23 goals and 17 assists in 46 appearances for the German side, sparking interest from Europe’s elite.
Instead, United opted to sign Rasmus Højlund, while Kolo Muani joined PSG for £64.2million.
At PSG, the forward has struggled for form, scoring just 11 goals in 54 appearances and finding game time limited this season.
Juventus offers Kolo Muani a fresh start, as the Serie A side look to convert draws into wins, having been held in 13 of their 21 league games.
The move also allows the Frenchman to reignite his career in Italy while United continue their search for a striker.
One name linked with a move to Old Trafford is Viktor Gyökeres, who thrived under Amorim at Sporting Lisbon.
However, a deal for the Swedish international appears unlikely before the February 3 deadline.
United’s recruitment strategy will need to deliver the right profile of players to boost their attack and overall squad depth.
The coming months will test United’s resolve in securing players who align with Amorim’s vision for success.
Fans will be eager to see whether the club can address their issues and climb back to football’s summit.
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Source: Centred Devils
