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The reason why Man United rejected an opportunity to sign three players in the January transfer window
The reason why Man United rejected an opportunity to sign three players in the January transfer window.
Manchester United turned down the chance to sign three players during the January transfer window because they were wary of spending money before deciding on their next permanent manager.
Ralf Rangnick replaced Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in November, last year on an interim basis as the club is yet to decide on a long-term replacement.
While Premier League rivals announced new arrivals, the Red Devils kept their power completely dry in a January window for the first time since 2019.
Famous Journalist Fabrizio Romano claims that three players Julian Alvarez, Denis Zakaria, nd Boubacar Kamara were offered to the Red Devils.
It is claimed that United were offered the chance to sign Argentina striker Alvarez many times but the club had no interest in bringing a new striker to Old Trafford.
Alvarez afterward signed a five-and-a-half-year deal with Premier League champions Manchester City but will remain on loan at River Plate until the end of the season.
Fabrizio added that Manchester United opted against a move for Switzerland international Zakaria despite being in contact with the player’s agent since December.
The Borussia Monchengladbach Star midfielder finally sealed a move to Juventus on deadline day.
Another possibility towards the end of the window was Marseille star Kamara, but United again decided not to move, unsure if it would be money well spent given their next manager is yet to be found. confirmed.
United are fourth in the Premier League after 22 league matches and face Championship side Middlesbrough in the FA Cup on Friday.
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