According to a recent report by Sport Mediaset (via the Daily Express), Manchester United are at the top of the queue in the chase to secure the signature of Lazio midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic during this summer transfer window. The same source has also mentioned that the Serbian prospect’s agent has flown to England to hold talks with the Red Devils over a potential transfer for his client in this off-season.
Sergej Milinkovic-Savic’s Incredible Spell At The Stadio Olimpico
The 24-year-old had a stellar 2017-18 campaign for Lazio when he scored 14 goals and grabbed seven assists in 47 matches across all competitions. However, his form took a dip last season as he struggled to replicate a similar kind of productivity going forward.
However, to his credit, Milinkovic-Savic did score a few important goals for the Italian outfit in the previous campaign as he helped his team claim an impressive 8th placed finish in the Serie A standings. The Lleida-born midfield ace has also secured 12 international caps for Serbia thus far and is in line to play an integral role for his nation in the coming years.
Milinkovic-Savic will be a good fit for Man United as he knows what it is like to taste success at the highest level, having won the Italian Cup and the Italian Super Cup during his time at the Stadio Olimpico.
What Will The Serbian Talent Add To Solskjaer’s Side?
Milinkovic-Savic is a decent dribbler with the ball and can make some driving runs from midfield. The Serie A sensation can also distribute the ball accurately in the opposition half and has an eye for a final pass in the offensive end of the field.
What makes the Serbian international such a complete midfielder is his ability to defend while not in possession of the ball. He can make crucial interceptions for his team and is a dominant presence in the air as well.
The addition of a quality player like Milinkovic-Savic will undoubtedly bolster Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s midfield options at Old Trafford. The Serbian workhorse will not only add more quality to the Red Devils midfield but will also be an ideal replacement for Paul Pogba if the Frenchman decides to leave the Mancunian club in the coming weeks.
