Manchester United lock horns with Arsenal for Kennet Eichhorn
Manchester United have always had a history of trusting young talents to develop in the system and contribute to the long-term future of the club. The club has always focused on spotting talent early in their career, and jumping in before competition for them increases.
The academy continues to produce talent for the side, but the recruitment team is still looking for quality young players in Europe. The club has the idea that if they secure players with high potential early in their career, they can focus on the players’ development with less pressure, but the competition for such types of players keeps increasing.
What’s the matter?
Now, we have a recent report from The Sun about one such talent, Kennet Eichhorn. The report revealed that Manchester United are competing with Arsenal for the signature of the 16-year-old midfielder currently playing for Hertha Berlin. The German midfielder has shown potential with qualities on the ball, passing style, and a strong sense of positioning.
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The teenage sensation has also become a mainstay for Germany’s U17 national team
The report went on to reveal that observers have even compared Eichhorn with Toni Kroos. The 16-year-old has already played 11 games across competitions for Hertha Berlin in the ongoing season, and that shows the trust that the German club has in him. The scouts of both clubs in England are keeping a close watch on his development, and they also feel that if they delay signing him, it will increase his transfer value.
Meanwhile, Hertha Berlin would want to retain him, but if two English giants come calling, it will be very difficult to stop his departure. The Red Devils have been linked to midfielders like Adam Wharton and Carlos Baleba, but the 16-year-old offers a completely different profile.
Why should Manchester United press hard for him?
Under manager Ruben Amorim, United should consider pressing hard for Kennet Eichhorn. Given Eichhorn is just 16 and a highly-rated defensive midfielder with comparisons to Toni Kroos, he represents a long-term investment for a club looking to build for the future under a new system.
However, Eichhorn’s young age and inexperience mean United must be patient. While his potential is immense, it’s a gamble, and the club must balance this pursuit with acquiring established talent for immediate success. Still, since people know Amorim for developing young talent, a player like Eichhorn could be a cornerstone of his project at Old Trafford.
However, it’s quite certain that the German club won’t sell their prized asset for a cheap price, but United should still have a go for a talent like him.