A striker was top of most supporter's shopping lists last season
and nothing's changed as we draw closer to this summer's transfer
window. Fergie has claimed he will be spend again and is looking a
young striker with pace to compliment our fleet footed front
line.
There are not too many young world class talents available in
Europe but here are five names that we think could be in the
frame...
1. Karim Benzema (Lyon)
United fans got a taste of his talent when we played Lyon in the
Champions League and Fergie was impressed enough to earmark him as
a future United player, although reports suggest we've recently had
a £22m offer turned down. The 20-year-old may choose to stay in
France for another season but a higher offer might tempt Lyon.
The New: Theirry Henry
2. Klaas Jan Huntelaar (Ajax)
The 24-year-old Dutchman has been on United's radar for some time
and has recently admitted he is ready to leave Ajax in the summer.
He's one of the most prolific strikers in Europe with 32 goals in
the Dutch League and United could be advised to act quickly before
watching his value rise at Euro 2008.
The New: Ruud Van Nistelrooy
3. Sergio Aguero (Athletico Madrid)
The 19-year-old wonderkid was the youngest player to play in the
Argentinian League at the age of 15 before moving to La Liga with
Athletico Madrid for £17m in 2006. He's come into his own this
season scoring 16 goals in one of Europe's most potent partnerships
alongside former United player Diego Forlan, although we'll have to
break the bank to land him.
The New: Diego Maradona
4. Lisandro Lopez
Yet another young player who has learnt his trade at Porto, where
we recently acquired the talents of Anderson. The 25-year-old
Argentinian has scored 22 goals from 24 league games this season
and his tall, powerful presence would give the team an attacking
option they've been missing all season.
The New: Gabriel Batistuta
5. Gabriel Agbonlahor (Aston Villa)
Should the manager decide to buy British then there are few players
with the same pace as Villa's 21-year-old forward. He's only scored
seven league goals but has impressed enough to be nominated for the
Premier League's young player of the year award, although
convincing Martin O'Neil to let him leave will be difficult.
The New: Michael Owen
Let us know who you would like to see playing up
front for us next season
