Latest developments
- Manchester United have joined the race for Dusan Vlahovic.
- The Juventus striker is also on Arsenal's radar.
- Both clubs are ready to spend big on the in-form forward.
Whisper+ analysis
Authenticity (2/5): Reports from Spain
Manchester United and Arsenal are set to go head to head for the signature of Dusan Vlahovic. The Gunners have already expressed their interest in securing his services, and now the Red Devils are also indicating they are willing to offer a significant fee for the 24-year-old.
The story comes from Fichajes.net – a Spanish outlet trying to reveal transfer plans of the English clubs concerning Italian giants Juventus' star forward.
Value (3.5/5): Juventus yet to set their asking price
Fichajes.net don't offer any detail about Juve's asking price, but they do insist the Serie A giants face a difficult decision due to the Premier League sides' desire to spend big.
The Serbian is valued at £49.8million by Transfermarkt. If the Turin-based outfit demanded a similar fee, his suitors would be licking their lips, considering how brilliant he is.
Suitability (4/5): Talisman that United severely lack
United have a number of high-profile forwards, including Marcus Rashford and Rasmus Hojlund, in their ranks, but none are consistent enough to lead the line in Ruben Amorim's 3-4-3.
Vlahovic, who has been involved in 64 goals in just 122 appearances for the Old Lady, has proven time and again that he is capable of shouldering the goalscoring responsibility at the highest level.
Upgrade? (4/5): Better than both Hojlund and Zirkzee
United's current number nines have plenty of potential, but both are still too inexperienced and lack the killer instincts of an elite striker. The Juve superstar, known for his clinical finishing, has the skill sets to immediately make a difference at Old Trafford.
Logic (3.5/5): Good time for a new challenge
The Serbia international's current contract in Turin is due to expire in 2026. Having shown his prowess in Serie A with Fiorentina and then Juve, the next summer window appears to be a good time for the striker to test himself in the Premier League, with both United and Arsenal interested in signing him.
Whisper+ verdict: 17/25
Considering what United need and what Vlahovic could offer, the move makes plenty of sense. However, the reputation of the source isn't good enough to excite the fans.
