As we all know, for Manchester United, there have been more obvious problems in the team's midfield position this season. Both on the offensive and defensive ends, United's midfielders have not been able to satisfy the team this season. Not only have they not been able to provide enough support to the frontline players, but they have also been unable to provide more protection for the back line when defending, which has directly led to a rather sluggish performance of Manchester United this season. This season, United have scored just 26 goals in 16 games, averaging 1.63 goals per game. However, they scored 24 goals by their opponents, conceding an average of 1.5 goals per game. There is no doubt that for a team at The Level of Manchester United, such a performance is not at all the level they should have.
The team's on-field performance is directly reflected in the league record. This season, United have won just eight games in the league, with a winning percentage of just 50%, while their losses reached five. In the standings, although United have two fewer games, the point gap between them and the team at the top of the table has reached 17 points, and in the case of the league schedule, this point gap has basically made Manchester United lose hope of winning the title. They may only be able to adjust their goals for this season to the top four. Objectively speaking, since Manchester United also has a five-point gap between them and the top four, even if they want to achieve this goal of falling back, they need to make adjustments and changes to make the team more competitive.
Judging from the strength of Manchester United's various positions, this so-called adjustment mainly refers to the midfield position, specifically, the defensive back position. In fact, in this position, There are not many players in Manchester United's reserves, Matic, Scott McTominay, Fred, and even Pogba, can appear in this position. However, these players are unable to meet the requirements in this position due to various problems. Among them, the main reasons for Matic are older, decreased athletic ability, slow movement speed in defensive interception, and low defensive arrival rate; young Scott McTominay has no problems in moving speed and physical confrontation ability, and his game attitude is also very tenacious, but his defensive awareness is not ideal, many times can not appear in key defensive positions, defensive efficiency is not ideal; Fred's problem is that his technical characteristics are not very suitable for full-time defensive roles. His physical qualities make him more suitable as an all-around midfielder.
For United, if they don't want to give up this season, they have to reinforce the midfield position. In fact, for the team, the most ideal target is West Ham United's midfielder Declan Rice. The 22-year-old England international has made 17 league appearances this season, contributing one goal and three assists, averaging 7.28 points per game, making him one of the best defenders in the league. On the defensive end in particular, Dekran Rice averaged 7.9 rebounds per game, contributing 1.7 interceptions and 2.3 steals. Whether it's in terms of the current level of competition and potential of the players, as well as in terms of familiarity with the league, Declan Rice is an excellent choice. However, West Ham United's asking price for a transfer fee of more than £100 million for Dekran Rice has deterred United. In their opinion, Dekran Rice is quite good, but the transfer fee asking price far exceeds the value of the player.
In this case, United are also looking for other suitable reinforcement targets. Brozovic was also on United's plans at one point, and the Croatia international had both excellent defensive skills at the back and very good passing and maneuvering skills, but the idea of leaving the team did not seem to be strong. Especially during the winter break, the chances of United wanting to sign him are slim. According to transfer expert Daniele Longo, another player from Serie A, Milinkovic, has also entered United's sights. Milinkovic has made 23 appearances in the league and Europa League this season, contributing five goals and five assists, and has performed quite well. However, his relationship with the team is not ideal, and he already has the idea of leaving the team. It is reported that if United can send a 75 million euro offer during the winter break, Lazio will agree to the 26-year-old midfielder leaving the team. For Manchester United, if they can sign Milinkovic, who is in the current year of playing and can attack and defend, it will undoubtedly be a great reinforcement to the overall strength of the team.
In addition, at Bayern, Jules has shown very good form this season, and under Nagelsmann, he has become an indispensable player in the back line. However, due to the delay in the renewal of the contract with the team, Jules seems to have lost the patience to continue negotiations. According to Sky Sports, Jules has decided to leave the team and his next stop is likely to be the Premier League. Newcastle are the most likely team to get him. (The picture comes from the Internet, if there is infringement, please contact to delete)