Manchester United are looking forward to the longer term as Erik ten Hag eyes up a swoop for a Premier League goalkeeper…
What’s the information?
In response to TEAMtalk switch knowledgeable Graeme Bailey, the Dutchman is eager about signing Brighton and Hove Albion goalkeeper Robert Sanchez as a alternative for David De Gea.
Will Man United signal Robert Sanchez?
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“Robert Sanchez has confirmed himself as among the best keepers within the Premier League during the last 12 months. He’s a kind of who has pushed David De Gea out of Spanish rivalry,” mentioned Bailey on the shot-stopper. “Brighton will demand an enormous worth, little doubt,” he then added.
De Gea’s contract expires on the finish of the present season and would possible need to take a wage minimize to increase his deal.
Ten Hag can boldly ditch De Gea
There is no such thing as a doubt the Spaniard has been a membership stalwart for United, becoming a member of again in the summertime of 2011, nevertheless his kind not too long ago suggests {that a} change could also be required between the sticks for the Outdated Trafford facet.
Final season, the 32-year-old saved simply ten clear sheets in 46 matches, conceding a staggering 66 objectives in all competitions because the Crimson Devils struggled but once more.
In distinction, Sanchez saved 11 clear sheets, conceding 45 objectives, all whereas enjoying only one match fewer than his compatriot.
The 25-year-old has continued his high quality kind from final time period into the present season, conceding 19 objectives (one fewer than De Gea) whereas additionally having a better save share (68.8% to 66.7%).
Former Brighton supervisor Graham Potter lavished reward on Sanchez following a powerful efficiency towards Burnley in 2021, saying:
“He’s a monster by way of his physicality.
“He’s not simply massive however he’s highly effective, he’s quick.
“When it comes to attributes as a goalkeeper, he has bought all the pieces to be a high goalkeeper.” Going by his current shows and the very fact he has been called up to the Spanish World Cup squad, Potter’s evaluation seems to be spot on.
Brighton will demand an enormous price for one in every of their star skills, nevertheless, with Ten Hag trying to put his personal stamp on this United facet, he could effectively splash the money on the gifted Spaniard and boldly ditch De Gea within the course of.