{"id":24191,"date":"2025-01-08T11:20:04","date_gmt":"2025-01-08T11:20:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new365.azontree.com\/?p=24191"},"modified":"2025-01-08T11:20:04","modified_gmt":"2025-01-08T11:20:04","slug":"breaking-news-ruben-amorim-reveals-his-top-priority-signing-in-january-as-he-plans-to-get-back-to-his-fit-with-manchester-united-and-start-winning-games","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new365.azontree.com\/?p=24191","title":{"rendered":"BREAKING NEWS: R\u00faben Amorim reveals his top priority signing in January as he plans to get back to his fit with Manchester United and start winning games."},"content":{"rendered":"<article id=\"post-7641\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"WhatsApp Image 2025-01-07 at 5.35.38 PM\" src=\"https:\/\/soccerweb.com.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-01-07-at-5.35.38-PM-678x381.jpeg\" alt=\"Yes, the rumors are true. They are my top priorities and I want them this January. They have accepted to come to Manchester United and I am happy to make use of them in my way\u201d-R\u00faben Amorim reveals his top priority signing in January as he plans to get back to his fit with Manchester United and start winning games.\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has expressed a strong desire to be active in the January transfer window, amid reports that the club is making a concerted effort to sign PSG left-back Nuno Mendes. The French club\u2019s asking price for Mendes has also come to light.<\/p>\n<p>Under Amorim\u2019s leadership, United endured a rough patch with five losses in six Premier League matches, leaving them languishing in 14th place. However, a spirited 2-2 draw against league leaders Liverpool showcased the team\u2019s potential under their new manager, hinting at a possible turnaround.<\/p>\n<p>Following the team\u2019s improvement, Amorim has emphasized the need to bolster the squad. \u201cWhen the window is open, we can try to do something, and we will try,\u201d he stated. \u201cWith more time to train, we can improve, but we also need new players to help speed up the process.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>According to the <em>Daily Telegraph<\/em>, United are targeting Nuno Mendes to address a recognized weakness at left wing-back. Amorim sees the 22-year-old as the ideal solution, particularly with Mendes\u2019 contract expiring in 18 months and the player showing no urgency to renew it. While talks are underway, it will be up to United to push the deal, as Mendes is unlikely to force a move.<\/p>\n<p>Mendes, a top target for United, is favored over other options like Lecce\u2019s Patrick Dorgu and Bournemouth\u2019s Milos Kerkez. PSG, who signed Mendes from Sporting CP for \u20ac38 million, are reportedly seeking a slight profit, setting his price at \u20ac40 million (\u00a333.2 million, $41.7 million). United may need to sell players to finance the deal, with a new left wing-back being Amorim\u2019s top priority, especially given the fitness struggles of Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia.<\/p>\n<p>Amorim has been tight-lipped about specific transfer targets but remains focused on reinforcing the squad. In related news, United are close to offloading Casemiro to Al-Nassr, potentially freeing up funds. The Brazilian midfielder has struggled to adapt to the Premier League\u2019s pace, and his departure could pave the way for more signings. Additionally, Antony is attracting interest from Real Betis and a reigning league champion, while United are also exploring a loan move for PSG striker Randal Kolo Muani.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Profile: Nuno Mendes<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Mendes rose through Sporting CP\u2019s academy under Amorim, making 47 appearances with one goal and three assists. Since joining PSG in 2021, Mendes has made 100 appearances, contributing two goals and two assists this season, averaging a direct goal contribution every 336.7 minutes. His dribbling skills, with an average of 1.4 successful dribbles per 90 minutes, and his attacking contributions make him a perfect fit for Amorim\u2019s system, which relies on wing-backs to provide width and allow wingers to move infield.<\/p>\n<p>Amorim\u2019s vision for wing-backs is clear: \u201cWhat I want is a good one-on-one, to open the field, to play, to close the field when we lose the ball. The structure is more fluid than it seems with the three defenders.\u201d Mendes appears to embody this role perfectly, making him a key target for United\u2019s January transfer plans.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has expressed a strong desire to be active in the January transfer window, amid reports that the club is making a concerted effort to sign PSG left-back Nuno Mendes. 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