Wayne Rooney has identified the perfect signing for Ruben Amorim to resolve Manchester United’s goalkeeper conundrum. The Red Devils icon has called on his former club to act swiftly before the transfer window shuts, emphasising the urgency of addressing what he perceives as a significant goalkeeping issue.
In the aftermath of Manchester United’s narrow 1-0 opening day defeat to Arsenal, Rooney expressed his concerns on his BBC podcast. The costly error by Altay Bayindir was under the spotlight at Old Trafford, especially with Andre Onana absent from the squad, a decision Amorim attributed to tactics rather than injury.
Rooney, drawing parallels with his playing days, underscored the importance of having a dependable presence between the posts. “For me, Donnarumma is available, and if there’s any chance to sign him, United must make the move,” he asserted. Rooney reminisced about the transformation brought by Edwin van der Sar’s arrival, which instilled much-needed assurance in the backline. “The defenders need that same confidence in their keeper, something that’s currently lacking.”
Despite acknowledging Onana’s capabilities, Rooney remains adamant that United should explore acquiring Italy’s goalkeeper, Gianluigi Donnarumma. “At 26, Donnarumma is among the world’s finest. It would be unthinkable for United not to pursue him,” Rooney opined, though he did acknowledge potential complications due to the Italian’s wage demands.
Further dissecting United’s squad, Rooney hinted at midfield being another pivotal area for reinforcement. With connections to Brighton’s Carlos Baleba and Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton, Rooney highlights the dual necessity of strengthening both in goal and midfield for United to be competitive.
In summation, Rooney’s insights call for decisive action from Manchester United to bolster their squad before the transfer window closes, ensuring they rectify pressing issues and better position themselves for the challenges ahead.
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