Though Marcus Rashford is capable of leading the line at Old Trafford, Erik ten Hag clearly sees him playing a broader role and stepping in when needed.
If players like Jadon Sancho and Anthony Martial are sold, there must be some new arrivals to compensate.
Despite his lack of ‘big league’ experience, Goncalo Ramos, 22, has a bright future ahead of him.
According to Transfermarkt, the Benfica center-forward had 19 goals and seven assists in the Portuguese league last season, which is exactly what Ten Hag will be looking for in a frontman.
Benfica president Rui Costa believes the Red Devils will be willing to match Ramos’ €80 million release clause this summer, according to Correio da Manha (h/t FourFourTwo).
If they do this, it might rule out trades for players like Victor Osimhen and Rasmus Hjoland.
With pre-season training scheduled to begin in a few weeks, it’s critical that United have a settled group before the travel to the United States and the start of the 2023/24 Premier League season.
If they can finalize the Ramos deal in time, the Dutchman will have one less worry.
