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Man Utd transfer news: Man Utd ‘make contact’ for Joao Gomes
Man Utd may have made early moves in the transfer market
Manchester United have reportedly contacted Flamengo over the possible signing of midfielder Joao Gomes. According to Brazilian journalist Jorge Nicola, United have already made contact with Flamengo to express their interest in Gomes.
Why would Man Utd want Gomes?
New manager Erik ten Hag is expected to oversee a major squad overhaul at Old Trafford this summer. Man Utd have a number of midfielders approaching the end of their contracts, including Paul Pogba, Nemanja Matic and Juan Mata.
Gomes would be a welcome addition to a relatively inexperienced midfield. At the age of just 21, he has already made over 100 appearances for Flamengo, winning the Copa Libertadores and the Campeonato Brasileiro Serie A.
What kind of player is Gomes?
Gomes is primarily a holding midfielder and is known for his tenacity in the tackle, reading of the game and interceptions. He is also a good passer of the ball and has an eye for a forward pass.
Gomes would be a good fit for ten Hag's high-pressing, attacking style of play. He has the physicality and the technical ability to play in a double pivot or as a single holding midfielder.
What are the obstacles to Gomes signing for Man Utd?
One potential obstacle to a deal is Gomes's price tag. Flamengo are said to be demanding a fee of around €30m for the Brazilian. This could be a problem for United, who are already facing financial constraints.
Another potential obstacle is the competition for Gomes's signature. Gomes is one of the most promising young midfielders in South America, and he is attracting interest from a number of top clubs in Europe. United will need to move quickly if they want to secure his signature.
Conclusion
Manchester United have reportedly made contact with Flamengo over the possible signing of midfielder Joao Gomes. Gomes is a talented young player who would be a good fit for ten Hag's high-pressing, attacking style of play. However, there are a number of obstacles to a deal, including Gomes's price tag and the competition for his signature.