Former Arsenal striker Ian Wright has suggested that Erik ten Hag should look to offer Anthony Martial as a makeweight in a deal to bring Tottenham striker Harry Kane to Manchester United.
The Reds are expected to sign a new frontman in the summer transfer window, with Martial currently the only recognised senior striker permanently at the club following Cristiano Ronaldo's departure in November. United added Burnley forward Wout Weghorst to their ranks on loan until the end of the season as a short-term solution.
Kane is among United's targets in the summer transfer window, along with Victor Osimhen and Benjamin Sesko.
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Wright described a move for Kane as a 'no-brainer' and claimed that United should offer Spurs £60m plus Martial to sign the 29-year-old in the summer. While Martial has registered five goals this term, he has struggled with injuries and has made just six Premier League starts.
Speaking on the Wrighty’s House podcast, Wright said: "Arsenal played very well (against United on Sunday) but one of the main differences between them and Manchester United on Sunday was Eddie Nketiah, a No. 9. That’s what Manchester United didn’t have. They had Wout Weghorst up there but he wasn’t a threat if we’re being honest, he just wasn’t a threat.
"When you look at United’s trajectory and where they are moving, get Harry Kane for three years. United will definitely do something because they’re not a million miles away right now.
"I’m confused how the speculation has come out, it must be from his camp. But if United came in now, let’s say they put £60m on the table and throw in Anthony Martial… that’s a very good deal.
"I think Spurs fans will say 'good luck Harry'. If Manchester United have got serious thoughts about what they need next, it’s a No. 9. For me, it seems like a no-brainer to go for Harry Kane. He takes them somewhere else. It’s that kind of signing.
"If it happened, that dressing room at Old Trafford starts buzzing because they know they’ve got an elite striker coming and he will win them games. He will win games for them."
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