Post: Manchester United’s winter window target is low-cost signings, the two main targets are Gomez and Semeyo

Hupu November 19 News from the English media "Daily Mail" Manchester United reporter Naltan Salt answered the relevant topics and situations of Manchester United fans in his column.

About the current situation of Manchester United

For Manchester United, which has been in a hot state recently, the arrival of this international match day may be a bit untimely.

We have rarely been able to say such things in the past few years! But a five-game unbeaten run in the Premier League - just four points behind second place - means Amorim is gaining real momentum at Old Trafford for perhaps the first time in his career. The better news is that Manchester United only needs to face one of the top eight teams in the league (sixth-ranked Aston Villa) in the next 10 Premier League games.

Can Zirkzee get more opportunities during Sheshko's injury?

The decision to let go of Hoylen in the summer and retain only one permanent center means that Manchester United has always been engaged in a "Russian roulette" at this position. Although Cunha is the most likely replacement for Sesco, Zirkzee's situation is particularly critical at the moment.

"The Post" first disclosed Zirkzee's frustration with the current situation. If he fails to get enough playing time until the winter window, he will seek to leave the team in January. Roma is paying close attention to its movements and is considering facilitating a deal in the form of a loan + buyout clause. The Dutch striker has played the second-lowest number of minutes among non-goalkeepers in the team this season - only more than teenager Frederiksen. It is worth noting that he has only played 90 minutes in 12 appearances this season, and has only had 13 minutes of playing time since September 15. However, people close to the players believe that they are now facing a key opportunity to prove themselves. The employment arrangement against Everton will become an important indicator.

What to expect from the winter window?

Clubs are more inclined to capture market opportunities rather than stick to long-term goals (such as Elliott Anderson or Adam Walton). Manchester United executives believe that neither the two English midfielders or Brighton's Baleba are likely to become winter window signings, but low-cost options such as Wolves' Joao Gomez are worthy of attention. In addition, although Liverpool leads the competition, Bournemouth's Semayo is still the target of the Red Devils. Manchester United are expected to keep a close eye on Marc Gueye's situation as he only has six months left on his contract. The introduction of a central defender is one of Manchester United's recruitment goals, especially when there is limited progress in renewing Maguire's contract. Maguire's contract will expire this summer

What is the first choice for midfielder recruitment?

Elliot Anderson. With Eriksen leaving the team for free, Collier on loan, Menu falling out of favor, and Casemiro turning 33 years old, midfield reconstruction is imperative. Although Nottingham Forest is known for being difficult to deal with, and Anderson, who is the core of Tuchel's England World Cup team, is bound to be worth more than 100 million pounds, but considering the lessons of missing Rice and Bellingham before, the club strongly believes that it cannot miss England's top star again.

Does the management really value youth training?

Sir Ratcliffe's remarks about the "serious decline" in the standard of youth training did cause a lot of embarrassment, but director of football Wilcox often visited youth training games in person, the new youth training director Torpe was adapting, and the U18 team coached by Fletcher was widely praised. Despite the boss's standoffish attitude, lower-level executives remained committed.

Winter window rental list?

Biancheri, Scanlon and Fitzgerald are the three most likely to be rented out. Although the 18-year-old Lacey has attracted a lot of attention, the club will not consider releasing him for the time being. Cone's plans were disrupted by an orbital fracture, and Mara's midfielder's prospects are still being evaluated. Williams' success in Scotland brought Scanlon more attention, while Fitzgerald needed professional league experience. All youth training loan decisions are jointly participated by Wilcox, Amorim, Fletcher and Binnion, with Evans responsible for coordination.

How do players feel about working with Amorim?

The coach has a direct style but is easy to communicate with, and he likes to joke with reporters he knows well. The club once thought he was too candid (such as calling the team "the worst in Manchester United's history"), and now he is more cautious with his words, but he understands the media work and is more friendly than other Premier League managers.

Which youth training players may get opportunities during the African Cup of Nations?

Lacey is the most likely to make his first-team debut, with Fletcher Amorim admiring him closely). Carmarthen (injured for one month) and Mantato (participating in the U17 World Cup) have slim chances. With Mbeumo and Amad Diallo at the Africa Cup of Nations, the vacancy on the right will open the door to opportunities for Lacey.

How is the current situation of U18?

Fletcher's team won all five games at the beginning of the season and conceded zero goals, but has recently declined (three losses and two draws in the last five games). Although ranked fourth and 7 points behind Manchester City with a game in hand, the club made it clear to parents that personal development is as important as the game results. Gabriel, who just turned 15, and Kai Rooney, who turned 16 two weeks ago, are the highlights of the team. The latter continues to improve in the young lineup including Brown Jr., Shah and Ajayi. The FA Youth Cup match against Peterborough United in the second week of December will be the first opportunity for the public to observe these new stars live.