Manchester United 'earmark' future striker signing and more transfer rumours

Manchester United have already 'earmarked' Brighton & Hove Albion striker Evan Ferguson as a candidate to become their long-term striker.

That is according to a report by Sky Sports, who claim that United, who will wrap up a Champions League berth if they avoid defeat to Chelsea on Thursday night, have already 'laid the groundwork' to try and sign the Republic of Ireland international. The Reds are going to prioritise the signing of a new striker this forthcoming summer and Harry Kane has been identified as their top target.

United, despite being on the cusp of securing a top four finish, have struggled to score goals on a regular basis this season and are in desperate need of adding firepower to their ranks. Kane has been identified as an ideal solution to that problem, as has Victor Osimhen of Napoli.

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But even if the Reds do manage to recruit a new goal-getter this summer, they still lack depth in the centre-forward position. They are open to selling Anthony Martial and the prospect of him leaving would leave them significantly light on numbers.

However, the Reds, alongside Tottenham Hotspur, are already said to be eyeing up a move for Brighton ace Ferguson, but not until the summer of 2024. He has been one of the breakout stars of the season and he has netted ten goals in all competitions for the Seagulls this term, including six in the Premier League.

Despite only being 18, he is already being touted as a player that could become one of the very best in world football. He is under contract until the summer of 2028 and the plan is for him to continue his development at the Amex Stadium.

Meanwhile, United are reportedly 'interested' in signing