According to the latest rumors, Manchester United is considering bringing in Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder Joao Gomes this summer.
Manchester United is in search of a successor to Casemiro. The 32-year-old played an indispensable role in the previous season, but his performance has notably declined this year.
Joao Gomes
Despite contributing 5 goals and 2 assists in 21 matches, the club’s new owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, isn’t keen on the Brazilian captain.
Ratcliffe has criticized the £70 million signing and deemed the £350,000-per-week 4-year contract as a mistake.
Manchester United’s ironclad midfielder, Casemiro.
According to reports from the British newspaper Daily Mirror, Manchester United considers Gomes a suitable candidate to replace Casemiro.
Gomes boasts 131 interceptions and 139 successful duels, showcasing his aggressive style of play, earning him the nickname “The Pitbull”.
Joao Gomes vs Bruno
Apart from Manchester United, Liverpool, Newcastle United, and Tottenham Hotspur are also monitoring his situation.
Gomes is believed to complement Manchester United’s 18-year-old rising star Mainoo perfectly. Mainoo averages 5.5 ball recoveries per 90 minutes in the Premier League this season, forming a midfield barrier ahead of the defense.
Manchester United’s rising star,Mainoo
With Casemiro’s injury concerns and declining form, Manchester United’s midfield lacks balance. Therefore, Gomes is seen as a potential solution to this issue.
Under Ten Hag’s management, the loan of Soufiane Amrabat hasn’t met expectations, while Mason Mount has been sidelined for a long time, and Scott McTominay is more adept at attacking, leaving a gap that Gomes could fill.
Casemiro & Joao Gomes
Furthermore, Wolves’ midfielders rarely suffer from injuries, and Gomes is one of the most frequently fielded players, with close to 1900 minutes of playtime in the league.
