Manchester United Prioritizes Ben Chilwell

In a strategic move, Manchester United appears to be prioritizing the signing of Chelsea’s Ben Chilwell over Bayern Munich’s Alphonso Davies, mainly due to the latter's staggering wage demands that the Red Devils may find hard to meet.

Alphonso Davies's Impact and Wage Demands

Alphonso Davies has established himself as one of the most exceptional attacking full-backs globally, boasting an impressive record of being involved in 45 goals during his 207 appearances for Bayern Munich. With his contract nearing its end, many elite clubs have their sights set on the Canadian international, including Manchester United.

However, reports indicate that Davies is requesting a hefty €12 million per year (£10 million/$13 million), a financial commitment that could prove problematic for United, especially after their significant investments in players like Matthijs de Ligt and Manuel Ugarte last summer.

Strategic Shift to Ben Chilwell

As the club navigates its financial landscape, a shift in strategy may see Manchester United approaching a ‘more feasible’ option in Ben Chilwell. The Chelsea defender’s future seems uncertain as he has fallen out of favor under Chelsea's current management, having made only a single appearance this season.

In the past, United had aspirations of offering Davies a ‘blank cheque’ deal to entice him away from potential suitors like Real Madrid, but the situation now suggests that they might need to reassess this strategy in light of their financial realities and focus on Chilwell, whose salary expectations are thought to be more manageable.

New Era Under Ruben Amorim

Meanwhile, Manchester United is reportedly preparing for a new era under Ruben Amorim, whose official start date as manager is set for November 11. Amorim aims to bring an influx of talent from his previous club, Sporting CP, specifically looking at players such as Goncalo Inacio, Marcus Edwards, and Pedro Goncalves.

Recruiting Emerging Talents

The club's management is also keen on acquiring emerging talents like Chris Rigg and the highly-rated Jamal Musiala, though signing Rigg may pose challenges due to Sunderland's steadfastness about keeping their prized asset.

Optimism at Manchester United

With the promise of a managerial change, optimism surrounds the United camp, especially for players like Marcus Rashford, who hopes that Amorim's arrival could rekindle his form and elevate the team to new heights.

Financial Considerations

In terms of finances, if Manchester United were to meet Alphonso Davies's wage demands of over £192,000 per week, he would rank among the team's highest earners. However, after a summer of extensive spending, the club seems poised to take a more prudent approach in their transfer dealings.

Conclusion and Future Outlook

As the transfer windows approach during this exciting season, eyes will be on how Manchester United navigates these apparent challenges, potentially reshaping their squad in pursuit of success on both domestic and European fronts.