Benjamin Sesko's injury could put Manchester United in a difficult situation in the coming weeks. The new signing came off the bench against Tottenham but was forced to take a break after suffering a knee injury late in the game, leaving the Red Devils with just 10 players.
The severity of the Slovenia injury is still unknown, but Man United are forced to soon come up with a replacement. Sesko is the only striker in their squad at the moment.
Ruben Amorim chose to start with an attacking trio of Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Amad, while he had previously tested Mason Mount in the striker position. Mbeumo - Man United's top scorer this season - will soon leave for the African Football Cup. Therefore, the Portuguese coach may face a personnel crisis in attack.
The 40-year-old strategist admitted that the possibility of adding personnel in the January transfer window is being considered. "We have to look at everything, we have to check Sesko's situation accurately.
Of course, we will have difficulties when AFCON takes place, but that was foreseen. You can prepare from the summer, but many players will not have the opportunity to play regularly because there is only one match per week. Management of this situation will certainly be very complicated," Amorim said.
So, if they want to find a new number 9, what will be the goal of the "Red Devils"?
Dusan Vlahovic
Dusan Vlahovic, a Serbian striker, will become a free agent at the end of the season and many big teams are keeping an eye on him. According to Italian media, Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Tottenham are all considering the possibility of signing the 25-year-old striker.
Man United have also been linked with Vlahovic in previous transfer windows and an early move could help the Red Devils overcome their opponents to secure his signing.
Currently, Vlahovic is still playing for Juventus, a team that is going through a difficult season, with 6 goals in 15 matches. Juventus may want to collect an immediate transfer fee, but that would mean losing an important striker.
Ollie Watkins
Ollie Watkins, a striker for Aston Villa, has not attracted much attention in recent transfers. This season, he has only scored 1 goal in 11 Premier League matches and has not been called up to the England team.
Man United have been linked with Watkins before, and Aston Villa seem ready to consider selling the striker. Although Villa have caused difficulties in the past, Watkins' current form could bring opportunities for the "Red Devils".
Aston Villa are said to be looking for a new striker. In that context, Watkins could fit United's demand for Premier League experience if they are willing to spend more money in the transfer market.
Endrick
19-year-old striker Endrick of Real Madrid is expected to leave in January, likely to join Lyon. Man United have not made any move yet, but Amorim can help Endrick integrate if they use a loan option, in line with the current situation of the "Red Devils".
Vitor Roque
Man United are said to be interested in Vitor Roque. The 20-year-old striker has scored 13 goals in 28 games and is expected to receive offers worth €44 million in the January transfer window.
