The new season has seen a plethora of injuries for Erik ten Hag’s team. Rasmus Hojlund, a striker, will miss six weeks due to a hamstring injury he suffered during a preseason friendly against Arsenal.
The lack of the Denmark international highlights the necessity for more offensive alternatives in the run-up to the new campaign.
After spending £32 million to acquire Netherlands forward Joshua Zirkee from Bologna, Ten Hag is concerned about the amount of time Zirkee will need to become used to the demands of the English premier league.
Additionally, the Daily Star claims that a forward strategy for the Republic of Ireland is high on the agenda at Old Trafford.
The 19-year-old has long been of interest to the Red Devils, and Chelsea has also expressed interest in him.
In order to avoid having Ferguson signed by a Premier League competitor, United is eager to get the player before the current transfer window ends at the end of this month.
