Man Utd are apparently really keen on sealing the deal for the new Villarreal forward, Etta Eyong. Reports suggest that they are ‘bidding hard’ to make it happen. The Red Devils splurged over £200m on fresh recruits during the summer transfer window, with the likes of Matheus Cunha, Benjamin Sesko, and Bryan Mbeumo joining the ranks.
Despite these new additions, Man Utd seems to be stuck in a rut with their form, much like last season. They have managed to secure three wins, suffered three losses, and had a draw in their first seven Premier League matches. To add insult to injury, they were eliminated from the League Cup by Grimsby Town, a League Two team.
With whispers already circulating about potential signings in the upcoming January transfer window, it seems like the club is eager to provide Ruben Amorim with the necessary tools to turn things around. One of the players on their radar is Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, with rumors swirling that the Cameroonian player might push for a move in January.
There’s also talk about Joshua Zirkzee possibly being offloaded in the next couple of transfer windows, as Man Utd looks to bolster their attacking options. One of the players being pursued vigorously is Levante forward Eyong, who recently earned his first cap for Cameroon. Spanish publication Sport claims that Man Utd has already made contact to gain an edge in the bidding process for the 21-year-old forward.
The report mentions, ‘Both Levante and Villarreal, who share the transfer rights, are eager to sell Etta Eyong to the highest bidder. Levante understands that they won’t be able to hold onto him and are hoping that a Premier League club will meet the €30 million buyout clause. However, a sale seems highly likely if an offer of €15 million comes through. He could be a steal of a deal, and clubs are well aware of it.’
Despite Man Utd’s interest, Eyong seems to prefer staying in Spain, with his sights set on playing for Barcelona. His existing relationship with the Catalan giants could play a pivotal role in his decision-making process down the line. Additionally, Spanish website Fichajes reports that Man Utd is eyeing Juventus youngster Kenan Yildiz, with a proposed bid of €90 million in the works.
The Red Devils seem determined to outbid competitors like Arsenal and Chelsea for the Turkey international, with hopes that their offer will sway the decision in their favor. Arsenal is said to be closely monitoring the situation, prompting Man Utd to act swiftly and present an enticing proposal for the talented player. It remains to be seen how this transfer saga will unfold in the coming months.
