Manchester United academy graduate Angel Gomes might have another opportunity at Old Trafford, according to reports. However, Premier League rivals Tottenham Hotspur could complicate matters by initiating a bidding contest for the young talent, the sources indicated.
The 23-year-old attacking midfielder, currently playing for Ligue 1 club LOSC Lille, has caught the attention of United manager Ruben Amorim, which may pave the way for his return to England.
As summer approaches, Ruben Amorim has reportedly added the England international to his wishlist. Gomes has already decided to leave Lille when his existing contract expires this summer, potentially simplifying the situation for everyone involved, the report stated.
Bundesliga teams Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig are also keeping an eye on Gomes, alongside United’s competitors Tottenham, Newcastle United, and Aston Villa. Nonetheless, United need not be concerned about the Germans, as Gomes is looking to return to England, according to a report from The Daily Briefing.
The attacking midfielder moved to former French champions in 2020 from United and had a short loan stint at Portugal’s Boavista. The player, born in 2000, spent 12 years (2006-2018) at Manchester United before making his way into the senior team.
Gomes holds the distinction of being the first player born in the 2000s to compete in the Premier League, making his debut for the Red Devils at the age of 16 years and 263 days. However, a contract renewal did not materialize between the two parties, leading to his transfer to France.
Interestingly, Manchester United is also rumored to be interested in Gomes’s current teammate, Jonathan David. The 25-year-old Canadian centre-forward is also an adept winger who might thrive in Amorim’s 3-4-3 formation. Casemiro and Christian Eriksen are anticipated to depart from United this summer, while a potentially lucrative sale of Alejandro Garnacho is also being considered. The expected exit of the Argentine is likely to assist the club in generating the necessary funds to make essential signings once the transfer window opens.
Currently sitting in 14th place in the English Premier League with nine victories, six draws, and 12 losses, United was eliminated from the FA Cup by Fulham on Sunday after the match proceeded to penalties.