Manchester United linked with surprise move for Ajax centre-forward Brian Brobbey

Manchester United are on the verge of signing Ajax‘s promising centre-forward, Brian Brobbey, for a reported fee of £30 million. This potential transfer has stirred significant interest and speculation among football fans and analysts alike.

Brian Brobbey, who showcased his remarkable talent by scoring 22 goals and contributing 12 assists in 43 matches for Ajax last season, has been a part of the Dutch team’s offensive strategy. His impressive performance has earned him a spot in Holland’s squad for the Euros, reflecting his growing importance on the international stage. Despite being just 22 years old, Brobbey has already made two appearances for the national team, standing at 182 cm and bringing a notable physical presence to the pitch.

The connection between Brobbey and Manchester United‘s manager, Erik ten Hag, is a significant factor in this potential transfer. Ten Hag, who previously managed Ajax, is well-acquainted with Brobbey’s skills and potential. This familiarity has led Ten Hag to target the young striker for a summer move, aiming to bolster United’s attacking options with a player he knows and trusts.

However, Manchester United are not the only club interested in Brobbey. Arsenal’s manager, Mikel Arteta, also sees great potential in the Ajax forward. Arteta believes that Brobbey could provide a valuable alternative to Gabriel Jesus, who has struggled with injuries. Adding Brobbey to Arsenal’s roster could offer more depth and reliability in their attacking lineup, a strategy Arteta seems keen to explore.

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The interest in Brobbey extends beyond the Premier League, with several Italian clubs expressing their desire to sign the former RB Leipzig player. His performances have not gone unnoticed in Italy, where clubs are always on the lookout for emerging talent to enhance their squads.

Despite the widespread interest from various top-tier clubs, it is understood that Brian Brobbey has his heart set on a move to the Premier League. Within the Premier League, Manchester United have emerged as the frontrunners to secure his signature. This preference for a Premier League switch is likely influenced by the opportunity to reunite with Erik ten Hag, a manager who has already played a pivotal role in his development.

Manchester United are close to finalizing a £30 million deal for Ajax’s Brian Brobbey. With his impressive record of 22 goals and 12 assists last season, along with his inclusion in Holland’s Euros squad, Brobbey is a highly sought-after talent. While Arsenal and several Italian clubs are also interested, it appears that Brobbey is eager to join Manchester United and reunite with Erik ten Hag, positioning the Red Devils as the leading contenders in this transfer saga.

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Bologna-born Giuseppe Bianchi has spent more than a decade living in Rome and writing about Italian football, Spanish football and the Premier League for various Italian football portals and now he writes about European football for Euro Football Rumours. He's been thinking about football transfers pretty much nonstop since the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy. Aside from writing, he likes to spend his time fishing and rock climbing.