Manchester United could take advantage of a transfer market opportunity and add Antoine Semenyo to their squad in the January window.
United were one of several clubs interested in a move for Semenyo in the summer, before he signed a new five-year contract with Bournemouth. That contract renewal all but ended any hope of a summer transfer, though it included a clause that could see him on the move early next year.
Manchester World understands Semenyo has a £65 million release clause in his current contract that can only be activated in the first two weeks of the January window, so that Bournemouth have enough time to potentially replace him. It could be the best chance United have ever had to sign the Ghana international, and it has given them an unexpected opportunity in the January window.
But how would he actually fit into their lineup? This is what we think.
5. RWB - Amad Diallo
Amorim described Amad as a 'perfect' option at wing-back and he could be the blueprint for Semenyo. | Getty Images
6. CM - Casemiro
Casemiro is expected to keep his role until he is replaced next summer. | Manchester United via Getty Images
7. CM - Bruno Fernandes
Fernandes is viewed as a central midfielder after United invested heavily in their attack. | Getty Images
8. LWB - Antoine Semenyo
United need an improvement at left wing-back and could use Semenyo there as well as cover in attack. | Getty Images