Recent reports from The Mirror suggest that Manchester United are keen on signing Getafe midfielder Mauro Arambarri in the upcoming transfer window as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer seems set to add to his options in midfield. The report further states that the Red Devils are set to submit a bid for the player by the end of this week.
Another report from Spanish media outlet AS claims that Manchester United representatives have already established contact with the player who has a release clause of around £25 million.
Arambarri’s Amazing Season At The Coliseum Alfonso Perez
In a season where Getafe find themselves struggling at the 16th position with just 37 points in 37 games, the Uruguayan international has been ranked as the top-performer of his side with an average WhoScored rating of 6.86. Arambarri averages 1.9 tackles, 1.2 interceptions, and 0.1 blocks per 90 minutes in the La Liga (calculated over 34 appearances). Moreover, with 2.7 long balls played per game with an overall pass accuracy of 73.2%, he has been one of the best distributors of his side this term. These numbers not only underline his capabilities of holding on to the ball when needed but also how he can win the ball back or pick up the right man on the other side of the pitch to start counter-attacks effortlessly – the main element of Solskjaer’s style.
Even though Arambarri is naturally suited to the holding midfield role, his versatility allows him to operate across the entire midfield region – be it as an attacking or a box-to-box midfielder. However, having picked up 11 yellow cards in the Spanish top flight this term, which is generally less physical in nature compared to the Premier League, it’s quite hard to predict how he would adapt in England. Nonetheless, with the wide array of technical abilities the 25-year-old possesses, he’d be a great addition to any top European side at this moment.
Why Solskjaer Should Sign Him At All Costs
Nemanja Matic will turn 33 in August, whereas Paul Pogba’s future at the club still seems uncertain as he hasn’t penned down a new contract yet. Arambarri can act as a direct replacement for the Frenchman in the long term but could initially be asked to fill in the defensive midfield position.
The Uruguayan’s arrival at Old Trafford will undoubtedly strengthen Solskjaer’s midfield department, and he could potentially be the final piece of the puzzle the Norwegian tactician needs to turn Manchester United into serious title contenders. Furthermore, a mere investment of £25 million lowers any financial risk associated with the deal while allowing the board to invest in other players simultaneously.
Hence, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer should definitely try and get the deal over the line in the coming months.
(Stats from WhoScored)
