Manchester United's academy is the beating heart of the club and continues to produce.
15.05.2024 - 17:55 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins has already pointed out who his dream club would be as Manchester United look to launch a dramatic swoop in for the 28-year-old this summer.
The Red Devils are hoping they can convince the star to jump to Old Trafford despite what has been an incredibly successful season for him at Villa Park, having netted 27 goals in all competitions this season which has been vital to helping them qualify for the Champions League.
It's set to be a busy summer of business for the club, who are ready to entertain offers for every player in their squad save for just four first team players, with Andre Onana, Kobbie Mainoo, Alejandro Garnacho and Rasmus Hojlund all on contracts that will run out in 2028.
Centre-back Raphael Varane has already announced he'll be leaving the club when his contracts expires at the end of the season, while Antony Martial, Cristian Eriksen and Casemiro are all likely exits. Even players like club captain Bruno Fernandes' future isn't set in stone, as the Manchester Evening News understands his teammates aren't directly sure about whether he'll stay on for the new season under new minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
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But now, according to talkSPORT, the British billionaire has his eyes set on helping the progression of Hojlund by signing England international Watkins, despite the challenge of his new five-year contract which he signed just last year. Whether Watkins would want to join United as they enter such a heavy rebuild phase is unclear, but what is clear is
Manchester United's academy is the beating heart of the club and continues to produce.
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