Manchester United made their way back to winning ways, with a crucial win over Tottenham Hotspur in their tenth match of the campaign. The gargantuan clash between the second and third-placed teams in the Premier League this season went down right to the wire and was headed to a possible draw before a strike deep into the second half from Anthony Martial helped the Red Devils walk away with all three points.
The Manchester club invested a good amount in the summer transfer window to add some top class players to their side. However, they have suffered the loss of a few key figures due to injuries in the last few months, which has taken a toll on their performances.
With notable absentees like Paul Pogba and Marouane Fellaini from the side, the gaffer Jose Mourinho has been compelled to rethink his strategies and deploy makeshift options in the middle of the pitch. This has made the Portuguese mastermind look for some new faces to boost the midfield and he has his eyes on the Spanish youngster Saul Niguez.
Reportedly, the manager is ready to sacrifice two of his most experienced players in the form of compatriots Juan Mata and Ander Herrera to get Niguez in his side. The 22-year-old central midfielder has become a sensation in the La Liga as well as European scenario and has already played 161 matches for Atletico Madrid since his inclusion in the side in 2013.
Known for his physical strength and ability to bamboozle the opposition with his swift footwork, the young Spaniard has been the pinnacle of the midfield for Los Colchoneros in the last couple of seasons. He has earned rave reviews from a number of experts from all over Europe, owing to his goal-scoring skills as well and has attracted interests from a number of clubs in Europe including Manchester United.
The Red Devils are desperate to clinch their 14th Premier League title this season and are already looking on course, having notched up eight wins in their first ten matches so far. The inclusion of a player like Niguez might give the much-needed impetus and stability to their side, which will be a big boost in the latter half of the season.
However, it is not going to be an easy task for Manchester United to bag the sensational midfielder, as he is an integral part of the Atletico Madrid side and the Spanish giants might not be willing to let him leave in the near future. But should Mourinho go all in for him?
