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Manchester Utd ready to complete €190m double deal for Semenyo and Anderson
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Manchester United are preparing to complete a massive €190 million double transfer deal that could reshape their squad. The Red Devils have identified Antoine Semenyo and Elliot Anderson as priority targets for the upcoming transfer window.
Manager Ruben Amorim wants both Premier League players at Old Trafford as soon as possible. United spent €250.7 million during the summer window, but the Portuguese coach believes his squad needs more quality additions.
Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo has caught the attention of United’s recruitment team with his performances this season. The Ghana international has scored consistently for the Cherries and offers the pace Amorim demands from his wide players.
Semenyo joined Bournemouth from Bristol City and has developed into one of the Premier League’s most dangerous attacking threats. His ability to play across the front line makes him an attractive option for United’s tactical system.
The 24-year-old forward has also impressed scouts with his work rate and direct running style. Bournemouth will demand a significant fee for their star asset, but United appear willing to meet the asking price.
Elliot Anderson represents a different profile for United’s midfield department. The Newcastle United midfielder moved to Nottingham Forest during the summer but has already attracted interest from bigger clubs.
Anderson’s energy and ball-winning abilities would give Amorim more options in the center of the park. United’s coaching staff believe the England Under-21 international can develop into a top-class midfielder at Old Trafford.
Forest paid around €40 million to sign Anderson from Newcastle, so any deal would need to exceed that figure. However, United’s financial power means they can compete for the 22-year-old’s signature if they decide to push forward.
United invested heavily last summer but still have gaps in their starting eleven. The double deal for Semenyo and Anderson would address two key areas that need strengthening before next season.
Amorim has made it clear to the club’s hierarchy which players he wants to sign. The former Sporting CP boss knows both targets well from watching them in the Premier League this campaign.
United’s transfer committee has backed the manager’s judgment on both deals. The club hierarchy believes securing both players would send a strong message about their ambitions going forward.
The €190 million outlay would represent another huge investment from United’s owners. The club must balance Financial Fair Play regulations while competing for top talent in the transfer market.
United generated significant revenue last season despite their disappointing league finish. This financial strength allows them to compete with rivals for the best players available.
Both Semenyo and Anderson fit the age profile United want for their recruitment strategy. The club prefers signing players under 25 who can improve and maintain their value over time.
Other Premier League clubs will monitor developments around both players closely. Arsenal and Liverpool have also watched Semenyo this season, while Anderson’s versatility makes him attractive to multiple teams.
United hope their financial muscle and Amorim’s project can convince both players to choose Old Trafford. The manager’s reputation from his time at Sporting CP could prove important in negotiations.
Bournemouth and Forest will resist selling their prized assets unless the offers meet their valuations. Both clubs have strong negotiating positions but understand that player desires often determine transfer outcomes.
The Red Devils aim to complete both signings before pre-season starts next summer. Early deals would allow Amorim to integrate his new players properly before the campaign begins.
