According to Sky Sports reporter Dharmesh Sheth, it is now improbable that Manchester United will secure the signing of Aston Villa winger Leon Bailey prior to the deadline of the January transfer window, as he exclusively reported to GIVEMESPORT.
Since the arrival of Portuguese manager Ruben Amorim at Old Trafford, the Red Devils have actively sought to bolster their attacking options. Following the successful acquisition of versatile full-back Patrick Dorgu from Lecce, the focus has now shifted decisively towards securing a player for the offensive positions.
In an interview with GIVEMESPORT on the deadline day, Sheth remarked, “I was informed that Leon Bailey was also considered as an alternative.” That particular instance appears to have occurred and subsequently passed. Many individuals were drawing conclusions and speculating that Marcus Rashford’s transfer to Aston Villa would create an opportunity for Leon Bailey to join Manchester United.
Although some individuals may perceive a connection among these transactions, it is evident that, while it may be convenient for clubs engaged in negotiations for one player to simultaneously discuss another, these dealings would not have been interconnected in any manner. “At present, it appears that Tel is likely to remain with Bayern Munich.”
It is likely that Leon Bailey will remain with Aston Villa, or at the very least, he will not transfer to Manchester United. Furthermore, it appears that Nkunku is not a player that Manchester United intends to pursue. As the deadline approaches, Amorim will undoubtedly be urging individuals such as Sir Jim Ratcliffe and others to secure at least one new addition to enhance his forward line.
However, it now appears improbable that Bailey—described as “unbelievable” by Paul Merson—will be the player to join the team. Manchester United has been associated with several players, and in light of Marcus Rashford’s impending loan transfer to Premier League rivals Aston Villa until the conclusion of the season, discussions regarding a potential acquisition of Bailey—
who was signed by the Midlands club for £30 million—have emerged. The prospect of Manchester United acquiring Leon Bailey appears to be improbable. Furthermore, Marcus Rashford’s transfer to Villa Park is not connected to any potential pursuit of the Jamaican international by United.
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