Manchester United is exploring the possibility of signing Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting in the upcoming January transfer window to address their goal-scoring challenges this season. With only 22 goals so far, the Red Devils are actively seeking additional attacking prowess, particularly for their center-forwards Rasmus Hojlund and Anthony Martial, who have collectively scored just two league goals.
Reports from The Athletic indicate that United has identified four potential candidates from the Bundesliga to bolster their attacking options. These include revered figures like Thomas Muller from Bayern Munich and Stuttgart’s rising talent Serhou Guirassy.
Timo Werner, currently at RB Leipzig, has also resurfaced as a target for United, with talks reportedly underway to secure the 27-year-old, just a year and a half after his stint at Chelsea.
However, the most surprising addition to United’s radar is Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, considered a cost-effective choice due to his expiring contract with Bayern Munich. The 34-year-old striker had an underwhelming stint in England with Stoke City in 2018, recording only five goals in 32 games during the club’s relegation season to the Championship.
Despite his less-than-impressive performance in England, Choupo-Moting gained attention after joining PSG, where he achieved a cult hero status by contributing to the team’s journey to their first Champions League final.
His record of nine goals in 51 games was modest. His recent tenure at Bayern Munich has been more fruitful, reaching a career-best of 17 goals in the previous season. However, this season, he has played second fiddle to Harry Kane.
The extent of Choupo-Moting’s willingness to move to Old Trafford and the seriousness of United’s interest in him remain to be determined. The potential signing reflects the club’s strategic approach to address their striking deficiencies with a mix of experienced and emerging talent.
Shifting focus, Erik ten Hag’s team appears close to resolving the situation with outcast Jadon Sancho. The former club Borussia Dortmund seems poised to take the English winger back on loan, signaling a potential resolution for Sancho’s playing situation and providing an opportunity for him to rediscover form and confidence.
As the January transfer window approaches, Manchester United’s pursuit of attacking reinforcements and the potential inclusion of Choupo-Moting in their plans will be closely monitored.
The dynamics of these potential signings could significantly impact the team’s performance in the latter part of the season and shape the narrative of United’s pursuit of success in domestic and European competitions.
