Man United in pole position to sign Barcelona striker Antoine Griezmann: Report

Premier League heavyweights Manchester United are reportedly set to make a shock move for Barcelona striker Antoine Griezmann. Old Trafford side are preparing for a squ overhaul this summer. signing of Bru Fernandes was considered as first move towards introducing changes in Man United squ.

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Antoine Griezmann to United: Striker set to join Red Devils

According to a report from Spanish publication Mundo Deportivo, Man United could well attempt to sign Antoine Griezmann in summer to le lines at Old Trafford. It is also reported that club is willing to offer him number 7 jersey, which is currently being held by Alexis Sanchez. However, Chilean international was loaned out to Inter Milan and is unlikely to return to Man United.

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Antoine Griezmann to United: Striker was linked with Premier League move in 2017

Antoine Griezmann was linked with a move to Man United way back in 2017. However, just n, Atletico Mrid were slapped with a transfer ban, which meant that he went on to stay at Spanish capital. However, he later joined Barcelona last summer.

Antoine Griezmann has failed to replicate his best form at Barcelona. This season, player has netted just 14 goals in 37 appearances for defending LaLiga champions. It is reported that Barcelona are willing to sell  striker this summer to make way for Inter Milan forward Lautaro Martinez. Griezmann is t considered an important part of manr Quique Setien’s plans.

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Antoine Griezmann to United: Club looks to reinforce attack

Meanwhile, Man United are looking to reinforce ir attacking options. club saw departure of strikers Romelu Lukaku and Alexis Sanchez to Inter Milan. While Sanchez was sent out on loan, Lukaku me a permanent switch to play under Antonio Conte. Since n, United have struggled in attack with an over-reliance on Marcus Rashford for goals. Red Devils are also looking to sign Odion Ighalo on a permanent deal from Chinese side Shanghai Shenhua.

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