Recently, the "Manchester Evening News" talked about the issue that Manchester United may need to find a new center in the winter window. They said that the team can introduce Ivan Toney because he and Mbemo had a good tacit understanding...
Recently, the "Manchester Evening News" talked about the issue that Manchester United may need to find a new center in the winter window. They said that the team can introduce Ivan Toney because he and Mbemo had a good tacit understanding when playing at Brentford.
Sheshko suffered a knee injury in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Tottenham. Sheshko came on as a substitute in the 58th minute, but was forced to leave the game due to a knee problem just after half an hour. Since Amorim had used up all substitutions, Manchester United had to fight with 10 men.
Manchester United confirmed on Monday that Sheshko will not participate in Slovenia's next two World Cup qualifiers against Kosovo and Sweden, but will stay at the Carrington base to continue to be evaluated. Although sources say the injury is not serious, there are rumors that United may be looking for another No. 9 when the January transfer window opens.
If the Red Devils decide to look for a striker, Ivan Toney should be an option worth considering. The England international has long been linked with a move to Manchester United and now could be the perfect time for him to join.
The 29-year-old Tony has performed well in the past 15 months since joining Jeddah National in August 2024, playing 59 times, scoring 41 goals and providing 8 assists. He has scored 11 goals in 15 games this season and seems to have unfinished business in the Premier League after three years of outstanding performance at Brentford.
Between 2021 and 2024, Tony played 83 top league games for Brentford and scored 36 goals. He shone alongside Mbemo in Brentford’s attacking line. The two worked together for four years, during which time Toni and Mbemo scored or assisted each other 16 times.
Although Mbemo will be absent for a period of time in January due to the African Cup of Nations, it is still possible for him to rekindle a tacit understanding with Tony after his return. Even if Sheshko's absence is not long-term, Toney would provide new options for United's attack and could allow the departure of Zirkzee, who has struggled for playing time.
A frontcourt trident consisting of Mbemo on the right, Toni in the center, and Cunha on the left may bring powerful offensive power to Manchester United and Amorim in the second half of the season. Tony is currently worth around £40 million and has two and a half years left on his contract. Considering that he will turn 30 next March, Manchester United may try to reduce the transfer fee and persuade him to join.
