da pixbet： Manchester United’s struggles continue, with a last-gasp Newcastle goal robbing Louis van Gaal’s men of three much-needed points.
da dobrowin： The Red Devils’ season hangs in the balance, with elimination from the Champions League being compounded by poor domestic form and a drop out of the top four.
The January transfer window could well play a a major part in United’s chances this season, while the Old Trafford side will also be preparing a busy summer in the market.
One of the players they have been linked with is Borussia Dortmund striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who has been on fire for the German side.
As such, here are five reasons that Van Gaal’s men should go all out to sign the Gabon international, whether it is this month or in the summer.
A proven, consistent goalscorer
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Aubameyang was recently awarded the African Player of the Year award, largely down to his excellent goal return for Dortmund over the last 12 months.
Deputising for Robert Lewandowski is no small feat, but the versatile forward has done so with aplomb.
Aubameyang was named Dortmund’s Player of the Season last term and has struck a phenomenal 18 goals in 17 Bundesliga games this season.
United are short of goals; this star would fix the problem.
Pace, penetration, drive
United have been accused of lacking urgency and penetration in the final third this season, with the Red Devils fans complaining about the style of play Van Gaal has adopted.
In the modern game, pace and physical attributes are essential, with United lacking players to rip open opposition defences.
Aubameyang’s blistering speed would be a real headache for Premier League defences and inject much-needed drive to the Old Trafford attack.
Block Arsenal and Premier League rivals
United are not the only suitors of the Gabonese forward, with Arsenal particularly a team mentioned as admirers of the Dortmund star.
Aubameyang is not unlike Thierry Henry in the way that he plays the game and for an expansive Gunners team he would surely be a superstar.
If United have the chance to get one over the North Londoners they should, with the Gabon international surely set to be a star wherever he moves in the Premier League.
Take over-reliance away from Anthony Martial
United shelled out an astronomical fee to land Anthony Martial from Monaco in the summer, but expectation has been raised too high for a young player with limited top-level experience.
Van Gaal’s side have looked to the youngster for inspiration and goals far too often this term, which could well burn the France international out.
Having someone like Aubameyang in Van Gaal’s attacking weaponry would lessen the load for Martial, while having them play together would be a frightening proposition.
To make a statement
United are being left behind by their cross-city rivals and have not looked like a member of the English football elite since Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement.
As such and to maintain the club’s mystique and reputation, signing big-name players and getting back amongst the silverware is needed.
Aubameyang’s acquisition would send shockwaves through European football and prove that United were ready to resume their position at the pinnacle of English football.
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