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Leeds United have held talks over a potential replacement for Raphinha, who seems set to depart Elland Road this off-season…

What’s the word?

According to Football Insider, the Yorkshire giants are working on a deal to sign Club Brugge winger Noa Lang after holding fresh discussions in recent weeks.

A recruitment source told the website that the Whites have continued to track the progress of the Dutch sensation and have laid the groundwork ahead of the summer.

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AC Milan are also keen, though, and the player is keen to move to an elite league, so relegation could hamper their chances tenfold.

It remains to be seen how much the 22-year-old dynamo would command, with Transfermarkt currently valuing him at £19.8m.

Bye-bye Raphinha

Indeed, regardless of what happens in terms of relegation and survival, it does appear as if it will be Raphinha’s last season in a Leeds shirt. Reports in Spain suggest that he is in advanced talks to join FC Barcelona.

Lang would be a very interesting replacement for him, though.

Last season, he was in electric form on Brugge’s way to the Jupiler Pro League title as he recorded 17 goals and 11 assists, and they look certain to repeat such exploits with the Holland international a major part once again, managing nine goals and 14 assists, via Transfermarkt.

It’s no wonder he’s been lauded as a “phenomenon” by Belgian journalist Peter Vandenbempt.

The 5 foot 10 former Ajax dynamo has arguably been one of the best in his position across Europe.

As per FBRef, Lang ranks amongst the top 2% of attackers and wingers for progressive passes (6.15 per 90) and top 5% for progressive carries (9,91 per 90), meaning he is consistently trying to break into the penalty box to create chances for himself or his teammates.

Given the fact that Raphinha leads the way for goals at Elland Road, he has big shoes to fill and on the above evidence, the Brugge sensation could well be an ideal like-for-like successor.

Opening talks with him almost certainly means that Raphinha is on the way out as Leeds are pretty stacked for wingers if he were to remain.

Premier League safety must now be sealed as Lang would be quite the signing indeed.

AND in other news, Marsch could already have Leeds’ next Liam Cooper in “really strong” 17 y/o colossus…

Rory Smith has dropped an exciting claim on the potential takeover of Leeds United by the San Fransisco 49ers.

What’s been said?

In recent comments made on 5 Live’s The Monday Night Club, The New York Times journalist suggested that, while it has become clear over the course of the current campaign that the Leeds United first-team squad is in need of a major overhaul in the summer transfer market, he is not concerned about the Whites’ ability to do so, as it looks likely that the 49ers will go on to buy a controlling stake of the club this summer.

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Concerning Leeds transfer business and potential takeover, Smith said: “I think what has become clear is that there is a major overhaul of that squad needed. But I don’t worry, because I think they might get bought out by the San Fransisco 49ers.”

Supporters will be buzzing

With Leeds very much facing the possibility of dropping back down to the second tier of English football this Sunday – with FiveThirtyEight predicting that the Whites’ have only a 46% chance of avoiding relegation from the Premier League – it is clear to see that the investments made by Andrea Radrizzani and Victor Orta on incoming transfers over the past two years have not been overly successful.

Indeed, with the likes of the £13m Junior Firpo, the £26m Rodrigo, the £13m Robin Koch and the £18m Diego Llorente all being tipped for a move away from Elland Road this summer – all of whom it would appear extremely unlikely that Orta would be able to shift for a profit – this is £70m of investment that has not worked out for the Whites.

However, with the York family – who own the 49ers franchise, a 40% stake of Leeds and are worth $4b (£3.2b) – reported to possess an option to purchase the Whites in a £475m deal, it is clear to see that, should a takeover happen this summer, Leeds would indeed have no problem in funding a spending spree in the transfer market.

As such, Smith’s suggestion that a takeover looks likely is sure to be news that will have left the Elland Road faithful buzzing, particularly when considering their chants for Radrizzani to leave their club during the 1-1 draw with Brighton & Hove Albion last weekend.

AND in other news: Phil Hay drops major Leeds United update that will leave supporters devastated

Rangers find themselves in Premiership action yet again as Giovanni van Bronckhorst’s men attempt to end the league campaign on a high in spite of the imminent success of their rival.

The Gers are six points behind them in the table and any positive result for the Hoops tonight will mean that they are crowned as champions of the top flight.

Van Bronckhorst’s side, therefore, have little to play for in the sense that they are almost guaranteed to finish second barring a sensational slip-up from the leaders.

This means that the Dutch head coach can afford to rotate his team and hand out opportunities to the squad’s younger members in the last two league matches.

One youngster who must be unleashed from the start against Ross County tonight is central midfield gem Alex Lowry.

The academy prospect has not started a league match since January and must now be given a chance to show what he can do from the start.

He has played two matches in the Premiership this season and shown glimpses of the quality he has to offer to the team. The midfielder made six tackles and interceptions combined and created two chances in 116 minutes over the course of the two outings, illustrating his desire to make an impact at both ends of the pitch.

Lowry, dubbed a “big baller” by journalist Josh Bunting, was praised for his cameo off the bench in the 2-0 win over Dundee United recently. Athletic reporter Jordan Campbell picked him out on the day, Tweeting: “Every time Lowry plays he stands out a mile. Today been no exception. Pinging it around for fun.”

This shows that he is catching the eye when given minutes at senior level and that is why he must start against Ross County. These experiences will be invaluable to the 18-year-old midfielder as he heads into 2022/23 with the potential aim of becoming a first-team regular.

In terms of who may be dropped to accommodate him, on-loan gem James Sands could drop out after an underwhelming showing at the weekend. As per SofaScore, he lost six of his eight duels and failed to make a single tackle, interception, or block throughout the match – recording a rating of 6.6.

This may tempt van Bronckhorst into dropping the American and Lowry must be the player to walk into the XI in his place.

AND in other news, GvB can unearth Patterson 2.0 in “athletic” 19 y/o Rangers dynamo who’s “highly rated”…

Rangers recently hosted their end-of-season awards night to celebrate individual achievements this season for the various teams throughout the structure of the club.

The likes of Ryan Jack, John Lundstram and Calvin Bassey from the first team were honoured at the event and it was also a chance for some academy prospects to enjoy their time in the limelight.

One player who had a special night was Cole McKinnon, who was announced as the B team’s Players’ Player of the Year.

This is a particularly impressive award as it shows how highly his team-mates, who train with him throughout the season, rate him and reflects how well he has performed during the campaign, with the midfielder holding the potential to be Jack 2.0 for the Gers.

McKinnon was rewarded for his efforts in the youth team with a call-up to the senior squad for the Europa League semi-final clash with RB Leipzig last week. The midfielder was an unused substitute in Germany but it showed that Gio van Bronckhorst sees potential in him, as the Dutchman was willing to have him as an option on the bench.

After playing League Two outfit Edinburgh City in a friendly, McKinnon spoke about his desire to make the grade at senior level.

He said: “A lot of the boys haven’t really played against that level at first-team and today you could see they coped with it well. They were winning balls and going into 50/50’s and I thought the boys were excellent.

“It is what we need, we are all pushing to try and get round that first-team side and these are the games we need to play against first-teams so that we are ready when we go round there.”

This shows that the 19-year-old is determined to break into Van Bronckhorst’s side, as reflected by his performances for the B team. He has scored five goals in the Lowlands League this season as the Gers sit second in the table after 34 matches, whilst he has also chipped in with one goal and two assists in the UEFA Youth League this term.

His Player of the Year award also highlights how impressive he has been for the youth side this term, and that is why he deserves to be given a chance to impress at senior level, as he could be the new Jack in Rangers’ midfield.

The 30-year-old Scotland international has caught the eye in the middle of the park for the Gers, with an average SofaScore rating of 6.93 across seven Europa League starts. He has been a consistent and reliable option for Van Bronckhorst in 2022, and McKinnon’s award suggests that he can grow into that role as his colleagues in the B team clearly rate and respect him enormously.

AND in other news, GvB can now axe Rangers “shambles” by signing £1.8m-rated gem with “huge potential”…

Glasgow Rangers head coach Danny Rohl took on an unenviable task when he decided to join the club to replace Russell Martin, who had won just five of his matches in charge.

The German head coach has had to take over a side that was incredibly low on confidence and turn things around without any signings, which he did with four straight Scottish Premiership wins.

However, the Gers were unable to make it five after they were held to a 0-0 draw by Falkirk at Ibrox on Sunday, and the manager made it clear that underperforming players will face consequences.

One of the team’s underperforming flops who will not make the starting line-up for the clash with Dundee United on Wednesday is Oliver Antman, who has been ruled out for two months through injury.

Why Danny Rohl must replace Oliver Antman

Even without the injury, the Finland international should have been dropped by Danny Rohl because he failed to deliver a quality performance for his side from the start against Falkirk.

Antman ended the 2024/25 campaign with a return of seven goals and 17 assists in all competitions for Go Ahead Eagles, per Sofascore, yet his time at Ibrox has been barren in comparison.

In 20 appearances for Rangers, per Transfermarkt, the Finnish forward has failed to provide a goal or an assist in 18 different games, providing three assists in the other two outings.

The 24-year-old flop played 57 minutes against Falkirk on Sunday without registering a shot on target or creating a ‘big chance’ for his teammates, per Sofascore, and his absence through injury will now provide others with an opportunity to nail down that position.

The Rangers talent who could end Antman's Ibrox career

The Light Blues head coach could end Antman’s Ibrox career by finally unleashing academy graduate Findlay Curtis as a starter on the flank, as the Scottish youngster could nail down that position and leave the ex-Eredivisie star starved of minutes.

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Rohl must give the 19-year-old star his first senior start in the Premiership this season on Wednesday night because his output this year suggests that he deserves more minutes on the pitch for the Gers.

Minutes

15

Crosses attempted

1

Fouls won

2

Pass accuracy

100%

Clearances

3

Tackles won

1/1

Ground duels won

3/4

Aerial duels won

1/2

Curtis, as shown in the table above, showed that he has the physicality to compete at first-team level in his cameo off the bench on Sunday, winning four of his six duels and winning two fouls.

The teenager starlet, who was dubbed a “Boy Wonder” on Premier Sports against Panathinaikos in July, has also shown glimpses of his exciting quality at the top end of the pitch this term, with three goals in 259 minutes of action.

Curtis, who scored off the bench against St Mirren in the Premiership in August, has not started a game for the first-team since he started both of the games against Panathinaikos in July, despite scoring two goals since then.

His lack of minutes, as a starter or off the bench, has been fairly surprising, particularly given Antman and the team’s general form, which is why now is the time for Rohl to finally unleash him from the start.

If the Scotland U21 international can get a run in the side and provide goal contributions on a regular basis for the Light Blues, the underperforming Antman would surely struggle to get back into the team given his lack of form this season.

Therefore, Curtis, who delivered four goals and three assists in eight B team matches at academy level, could be the player who ends the Finland international’s career at Ibrox, as the winger, who can play either flank, could snatch his place in the squad away from him.

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However, it is, firstly, down to the Rangers manager to provide the academy graduate with the platform that he needs to kick on and end Antman’s career at the club, starting with the league clash with Dundee United on Wednesday night because of Antman’s injury.

Tottenham boss Thomas Frank has led the Lilywhites to a pretty promising start so far this season, but one internal decision has sparked some debate.

Thomas Frank averaging close to 2 points per game at Spurs

Following their gritty 2-1 win over Leeds United just prior to the international break, Frank has averaged close to 2 points per game over his first 11 games at Spurs so far.

Ex-chairman Daniel Levy’s controversial decision to axe former boss Ange Postecoglou, who guided them to their first major trophy in 17 years last season, looks vindicated as the Australian endures a torrid time at new side Nottingham Forest.

Matches

11

Wins

5

Draws

3

Losses

2

Points

18

Points per game

1.91

As Postecoglou struggles to chalk up his first Forest win after replacing Nuno Espírito Santo, with reports suggesting that Tricky Trees owner Evangelos Marinakis is considering his unceremonious sacking already, Frank’s tenure in North London has been very positive by contrast.

While some concerns surrounded their performances against Wolves and Bodo/Glimt, with Tottenham rescuing dramatic draws against the two teams they were expected to beat comfortably, Frank has certainly solidified what was a fragile-looking Spurs side.

Only Premier League leaders Arsenal have conceded fewer goals than Tottenham, Newcastle and Crystal Palace over the first top flight games of 25/26, and Spurs’ performance at Leeds was built upon their newly-found resilience as a unit.

Tottenham ended the Yorkshire side’s year-long unbeaten run at home in the league by overcoming Daniel Farke and co at Elland Road, whilst also ending their torrid record of seven consecutive defeats in games just before an international break.

Frank is undoubtedly making his mark at N17, with the Dane also deciding his leadership group to spearhead Spurs through a long campaign where they’ll be competing on multiple fronts.

Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven, who have been called one of the best centre-back partnerships in world football, are among the chosen leaders, with long-serving defender Ben Davies, goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario and playmaker James Maddison making up rest of the five.

However, pundit John Wenham has been left shocked by a key omission from the group.

Pundit "surprised" by key Thomas Frank decision at Tottenham

Speaking to Tottenham News, Wenham believes that right-back Pedro Porro should be in there.

The Spaniard, who’s played the fifth most league minutes out of any Tottenham player under Frank, has also made more clearances per 90 on average than all of his teammates in the top flight this season (WhoScored).

The 26-year-old has attracted criticism at times, but he was a solid candidate for the leadership group, with Wenham left “surprised” by Frank’s decision not to include Porro given the defender was captained for the very first time against Doncaster Rovers.

The former Sporting CP star, who was originally signed to slot into former boss Antonio Conte’s wing-back system, has gone on to make 116 appearances in all competitions.

His flair as an attack-minded full-back has seen Porro rack up 22 total assists for the club, including a sumptuous cross for van de Ven to head home against Bodo/Glimt in the Champions League most recently — which eventually helped to prevent a humbling defeat in Norway.

Frank has also compared Porro to Real Madrid and former Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold, so while the Dane doesn’t view him as one of the leaders, it is clear how highly he’s rated by Tottenham’s new boss.

Manchester United’s situation on the pitch is one that needs a rapid change in the coming weeks, especially if boss Ruben Amorim is to save his job at Old Trafford.

The 40-year-old will mark a year in charge in just over a month’s time, but it remains to be seen if he will reach such a landmark given the Red Devils’ dismal displays in recent weeks.

His men have lost three of their first six Premier League matches in 2025/26, whilst also being knocked out of the Carabao Cup by League Two Grimsby Town.

Such results see the club occupy a place just above the relegation zone, just as they did last campaign, whilst already missing out on the opportunity to win a piece of silverware this season.

As a result, pressure has rapidly been building on Amorim’s shoulders, with numerous options already being lined up by the hierarchy should they decide to make a change of manager.

The latest on Man Utd’s shortlist of Amorim replacements

After winning the FA Cup and Community Shield within the last few months, Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner has emerged as one of the options United could turn to if Amorim is sacked.

Such a move would be an excellent appointment, but it remains unclear at this stage whether the Austrian would be open to a switch to Old Trafford given his recent success at Selhurst Park.

However, he’s not the only manager currently in their sights, with Bournemouth’s Andoni Iraola another option under consideration, according to TEAMtalk.

Their report claims that the Spaniard “would love” to take over at the Theatre of Dreams, with such a move reflecting his rapid rise in his managerial career.

It also states that the 43-year-old only has one year left on his contract at the Vitality, with the Cherries potentially having no choice but to allow him to depart in order to gain a compensation package.

Why United’s manager hunt could see an Amorim upgrade arrive

After joining last November, it’s safe to say no United fan would have expected the club’s form to take a further nose-dive after Amorim filled the hot-seat after Erik ten Hag’s dismissal.

The Portuguese boss arrived with huge expectations after winning two Liga Portugal titles during his spell in charge of Sporting CP – even beating Manchester City 4-1 in the Champions League prior to his move to England.

However, the 40-year-old has only achieved a 39% win rate in his 49 matches at the helm, with the defeat against Brentford last Saturday, the 21st of his tenure.

Such a result made it nine losses in the club’s last 15 league matches, with promoted sides such as Sunderland and Leeds United already ahead of them in the current standings.

A change is desperately needed, with a move for Iraola offering the Red Devils the fresh impetus they’ve desperately craved over the last couple of months.

Should he join the club, the first team would no doubt go back to a 4-2-3-1 system, something which Amorim has refused to do, but also offering the hierarchy an improvement on the man currently at the helm.

When comparing their respective stats in the Premier League, the difference is there for all to see, with the Spaniard a perfect option to right the wrongs of the last 12 months.

Games managed

94

49

Wins

38

19

Draws

22

9

Losses

34

21

Goals conceded

1.4

1.9

Points won

115

66

Points per game

1.5

1.3

Win percentage

40.4%

38.7%

Iraola, who in the words of journalist James Horncastle – via John Brewin of the Libero podcast – is the “best coach in the Premier League”, has achieved a 40% win rate at the Vitality, a rate higher than that of Amorim, winning 38 of his 94 matches in charge – subsequently doing so on a shoestring budget.

He’s also achieved a better point per game rate to date, with his side also conceding fewer goals per 90 – subsequently offering the Red Devils the needed defensive quality they’ve lacked.

The former Rayo Vallecano boss led the Cherries to a top-half finish last time around, something which Amorim was unable to do with a vastly more expensive squad at his disposal.

There’s no denying that the 40-year-old is on borrowed time, with the hierarchy desperately needing to make a decision soon to avoid another embarrassing campaign.

Should he be given his matching orders, it’s clear that Iraola would be a phenomenal option, with the Spaniard’s desire to make the move another reason why he should be the man to transform the club’s fortunes.

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Chelsea transfer chiefs are in the market for new attackers whilst Enzo Maresca’s men tackle their Club World Cup campaign, with the Blues looking to provide their manager with extra firepower ahead of a crucial second season for him.

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Maresca won his first piece of silverware by smashing Real Betis 4-1 in the Conference League final, and before that, he guided Chelsea to a top five Premier League finish which gifted them a spot in next season’s Champions League draw.

The Italian’s first season in the Chelsea dugout was an undoubted success, and he could still add to their celebrations with a potential Club World Cup triumph in America.

Cole Palmer

7.33

Moises Caicedo

7.02

Enzo Fernández

6.95

Nicolas Jackson

6.88

Noni Madueke

6.82

via WhoScored

Winning the CWC could bring a seismic financial windfall of nearly £100 million to Cobham’s coffers, so despite the tournament’s controversy, it is little surprise that sides taking part are serious about performing well.

A portion of their final earnings from the CWC could be put towards Chelsea’s recruitment drive, and it is widely believed that they’re prioritising the signing of a new winger in particular.

Chelsea are back in talks to sign Borussia Dortmund forward Jamie Gittens as their top target for this position, despite having as many as three bids rejected for the Englishman before the pre-CWC transfer deadline (Florian Plettenberg).

As negotiations re-open for the Englishman, there are suggestions that Chelsea could even bring in two wingers this summer, especially if they end up selling Noni Madueke, which is seen as a real possibility (Simon Phillips).

Jadon Sancho’s return to Man United and news of Mykhailo Mudryk’s potential four-year ban for allegedly violating anti-doping rules has exacerbated Maresca’s need for a new forward, while Chelsea also remain on the hunt for a second striker after Liam Delap.

Chelsea hold talks over Brighton star Joao Pedro

One man who’s on Chelsea radar, and can play out wide, in attacking midfield or up front, comes in the form of Brighton star Joao Pedro.

The Brazil international bagged 10 goals and seven assists for Fabian Hurzeler’s side across all competitions last term, prompting rumoured interest from Chelsea and Premier League rivals Newcastle United.

According to Standard Sport, Chelsea have held talks over Pedro, and those conversations are continuing behind-the-scenes as BlueCo look to reinforce Maresca’s squad with further attacking additions.

This follows a report from talkSPORT that Newcastle are fearful of a Chelsea move for the 23-year-old, with there being concerns inside St. James’ Park that they could hijack their deal.

The sticking point will likely be Pedro’s £70 million valuation, but according to ex-Premier League chief scout Mick Brown recently, the player has spoken to friends about potentially joining Chelsea this summer, so there could be a willingness on the player’s side.

“I hear he’s spoken to people around him about a move, and he would be interested in Chelsea,” Brown told Football Insider.

“He wants to make a step up from Brighton as they’re going to miss out on European football again. It’s just a case of whether they decide he’s the right man for the job.”

Everton have plenty of work to do in the transfer window and could now swoop for an experienced defender who enjoys a pre-existing relationship with David Moyes, according to a report.

Everton confirm exits to pave way for incomings

Making their gratitude known, Everton have confirmed six senior players have left the club upon the expiry of their contracts – Abdoulaye Doucoure, Ashley Young, Joao Virginia, Asmir Begovic, Mason Holgate and Neal Maupay.

Releasing a short statement on their departures, the club noted: “Everyone at Everton thanks the departing players for their commitment and service and wishes them all the best for the future.”

Dominic Calvert Lewin’s future at Everton remains uncertain as the Toffees continue to liaise on new deals for the England striker and Michael Keane.

Expert Keith Wyness has claimed that the former’s offer of a new contract is bonus-related, which has led to a feeling of dissatisfaction and could spell the end to his spell on Merseyside.

Should he leave, Everton have identified Galatasaray’s Baris Alper Yilmaz as a potential replacement to strengthen their forward line. Youssef Chermiti and Beto remain as striking options after Armando Broja’s loan deal concluded.

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Defensively, Kyle Walker-Peters is a free transfer target for the Toffees following his exploits in the Premier League with Southampton last term, illustrating that a wealth of financial muscle isn’t necessary to attract quality reinforcements.

The Friedkin Group definitely have money to spend at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, but there is an acknowledgement that they will need to be careful to adhere to PSR requirements.

Inexpensive deals in some areas may be a necessity in the infancy of their reign, so it won’t come as a surprise to hear that another free agent is being lined up to bolster Moyes’ backline.

Everton line up move for Vladimir Coufal

According to Football Insider, Everton are eyeing a free transfer move for Vladimir Coufal after his successful spell at West Ham United came to an end.

Fulham, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Leeds United, Burnley and Sunderland are also keen on the Czechia international, who Moyes is keen to reunite with following his five years at the London Stadium.

Vladimir Coufal’s Premier League season in numbers (Fotmob)

Duels won

66

Tackles won

15

Aerial duels won

23

Recoveries

39

Cross accuracy

32.1%

In what turned out to be a disappointing season for the Hammers, Coufal made 25 appearances across all competitions and still has more to give in the English top-flight at 32 years of age.

Jake O’Brien has filled in on the right side of defence amid Everton’s transition to a back three at times under Moyes, though it would make sense to recruit a reliable operator amid veteran right-back Young’s departure.

Competition is high for his signature. Still, Coufal and Moyes have already enjoyed success together, so there is no reason to suspect that the Scot couldn’t get the best out of the Ostrava-born man at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.

Manchester United have now made an approach to sign a £59m striker who Ruben Amorim personally wants INEOS to bring in this summer, according to a report.

Man Utd eyeing new striker as Scholes backs Hojlund

Perhaps surprisingly, Paul Scholes has insisted that Man United should keep hold of Rasmus Hojlund beyond the summer, despite the striker’s very poor goal record in the Premier League last season, finding the back of the net just four times.

Speaking on The Overlap, Scholes suggested that Hojlund needs more support at striker, and cannot be expected to lead the line for United by himself at just 22-years-old.

However, despite receiving the backing of a club legend, it is looking increasingly likely the Danish forward could be on the move this summer, with a new report suggesting the Red Devils are now in talks over a sale.

Consequently, Ruben Amorim may well need to bring in a new striker before the new season starts, and a report from GiveMeSport has now revealed that Man United have made contact over a deal for Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres.

Amorim is said to be desperate to reunite with his former player, who he worked with during his time at Sporting, and an initial approach has now been made, in order to assess whether a deal will be possible this summer.

The United boss was left unhappy with the initial decision to identify Liam Delap as the leading striker target, but with the Englishman moving to Chelsea, Gyokeres appears to have moved up the shortlist, and the Sweden international will be available for a fee of £59m.

"Incredible" Gyokeres could be real coup for Man Utd

The Sporting star could be considered an ambitious target, considering a number of Champions League clubs are also in the race for his signature, including Arsenal and Napoli, and it would be a real coup if the Red Devils are able to get a deal done.

Benjamin Sesko has also been identified as a target for United, but the 27-year-old has been far more prolific than the Slovenian in front of goal, albeit in a weaker league.

International teammate Emil Forsberg was also left impressed by his compatriot back in November, praising the strides he has taken in recent times: “He is incredible. He is constantly developing and doing what he is good at.”

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Amorim will be well-aware of Gyokeres’ abilities, having worked with him at Sporting CP, and he has proven he could be the answer to Man United’s attacking problems, so it is a positive development that an approach has now been made over a deal.