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Manchester United Without a doubt one of the most disappointing teams of the season Premier League The entire 2024/25 season currently ranks 13th after the first 20 games.
Ruben AmorimThe team struggled on both offense and defense; Conceded 28 goals in the processSet-pieces are often difficult to deal with – as was the case against Arsenal, the home side’s goals came from corners.
As for the forward line, they Only scored 23 goalsRasmus Hoylund and Joshua Zirkzee only scored They have five league goals between them So far.
The latter was substituted after just half an hour in the defeat to Newcastle at Old Trafford at the end of December – underlining his lack of impact since his big-money transfer in the summer.
The Dutchman could be set to leave Manchester early in the coming weeks, but another player looks closer to ending his long association with his boyhood team.
Marcus Rashford’s Manchester United future
forward Marcus Rashford On first appearance, he looked set to become a key player for the new management team, starting both of the first two Premier League games under the 39-year-old’s dominance.
The 27-year-old score three points He impressed in two games against Ipswich and Everton but has struggled for first-team minutes since, sparking speculation about his long-term future at Old Trafford .
His representatives held face-to-face talks with the Serie A side AC Milan considering transfer matters Heading to San Siro, Juventus and Dortmund are also paying attention to his current situation.
West Ham United too Reportedly a contender Boss Graham Potter was appointed on Thursday to lure academy graduates following the sacking of Julen Lopetegui.
It is unclear at this stage whether any temporary transfer includes a potential purchase option, which could bring his 20-year career as a Manchester United player to a disappointing end.
However, should he leave this month, a number of replacements have been touted, including one who could prove to be a huge upgrade over the Englishman.
Manchester United target could be huge upgrade for Rashford
Although the transfer window is only a week old, rumors are already circulating that several players are said to be interested in new coach Amorim.
Earlier this week, it was tipped that Paris Saint-Germain forward Kang-in Lee could leave the Ligue 1 side in search of more first-team playing time.
A Spanish media outlet claimed that he Spend €40m (£33m) to be allowed to leave the country During this window, Lee Kang-in may want to transfer and start a new challenge.
The 23-year-old South Korea international joined the French giants from Spanish side Mallorca in July 2023, but was often restricted to substitute appearances after the move.
he just started Nine French Ligue 1 appearances So far, 2024/25, but still Scored 6 goals and 2 assists – Causes FBref to rank attackers As a similar player To the Real Madrid superstar Vinicius JuniorRanked second in the 2024 Ballon d’Or behind Rodri,
The two do share very similar characteristics in that they both have excellent dribbling ability, coupled with their ability to beat opponents and cut inside with stronger feet, although Lee does so from the other side.
If the former Valencia youngster can replicate such qualities in Manchester, he would be a coup, undoubtedly providing Rashford with a huge boost and allowing the Korean to become Amorim’s version of the Brazilian superstar .
When comparing their current season numbers in FBref, the PSG star far outperforms homegrown talent – and his transfer fee is being touted as an absolute bargain.
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How does Lee Kang-in compare to Rashford so far? |
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Statistics (per 90 people) |
Li Kangren |
Rashford |
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Games played |
16 |
15 |
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Goals and assists |
8 |
5 |
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progressive carry |
3.4 |
1.8 |
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progressive pass |
7.7 |
1.9 |
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Shot on target |
1.1 |
0.8 |
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Pass accuracy |
87% |
74% |
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Create the action of the shot |
5.9 |
2.7 |
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Successfully taken over |
54% |
twenty three% |
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Statistics passed FB reference |
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The Korean was previously known as “future legendScout Jacek Kulig produced more combined goals and assists, but also Completed four times more progressive passes per 90 – Shows his creativity, something United have lacked of late.
A progressive pass is considered to be a progressive pass if the distance between the starting point and the next touch is at least 10 meters from the opponent’s goal or any completed pass into the penalty area.
He also made more shot-creating moves and put more effort into his target Complete more tasks – In Amorim’s current 3-4-2-1 system, Rashford dominates in all areas.
It is undoubtedly frustrating for fans to see a homegrown talent leave in such a way, especially considering the special moments he provided for fans during many dark days on the pitch.
However, if the Englishman leaves in January, Lee Kang-in will prove to be an excellent replacement, perfect in one of the attacking roles behind the striker – and could be the key to ending the Red Devils’ current poor form in attacking areas.
