Ex-Red Devils player wants Manchester United to go all in for Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins.
Manchester United Criticised for Transfer Misses, Told to Chase Ollie Watkins
Poor form and a poor season have led to substantial noise for change at Man Utd. The calls have been loud and prominent from loyalists and outsiders alike. Former Utd midfielder Paul Ince labelled the club ridiculous after they missed out on not only Alexis Mac Allister but also Declan Rice. These players ended up shining for rival clubs this campaign. The Red Devils finished a miserable 15th in the league and scoring just 44 goals all season.
Now, Ince believes it’s time for his former side to fix their goal-scoring issues. He wants them to go after **Aston Villa**’s Ollie Watkins. Watkins scored 16 goals in 38 games and broke records at Villa. That has earned him praises from manager Unai Emery. Ince sees Watkins as a reliable No. 9, especially when current striker Rasmus Hojlund is struggling.
Watkins Tipped as Key to Utd’s Attack Rebuild
Watkins is now a top marksman in the league. He could be just what Ruben Amorim needs as they plan a summer rebuild. The club also has a few big names in mind like Viktor Gyokeres or Victor Osimhen. But, given their current lack of European football, they can’t afford to be picky.
Meanwhile, Utd missed out on other young talent like Liam Delap. He chose Chelsea for their Champions League spot. Amorim is set to be backed in the transfer window, with Matheus Cunha reportedly arriving first. But more firepower is needed and Watkins fits the bill.
Former head coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer once wanted players like Erling Haaland and Jude Bellingham. But, United passed on them. The club now faces the consequences of those choices. This summer, going after Watkins could finally be a step in the right direction.
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