Erik ten Hag now targets a ‘versatile’ forward after Darwin Nunez rejects Manchester United in favor of Liverpool.
The Uruguayan striker joined the Reds earlier this month in an initial £ 64m deal, with Jurgen Klopp’s team winning the race to sign the Benfica star.
United had a strong interest in Nunez, but they withdrew from a deal when it became apparent that Anfield was his preferred destination, while the Red Devils were also unwilling to spend more than half of their budget on him.
Nunez would have been a long-term replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo at Old Trafford, with the 22-year-old seen as a central striker.
But, with similar alternatives thin on the ground, ESPN reports that Ten Hag has changed its plans and is now targeting a more ‘versatile’ forward.
Ajax wing Antony is a priority target, with the Brazilian able to play on both flanks.
However, the Dutch giants want £ 68 million for the 22-year-old, which is much higher than what United would be willing to pay.
United are closing in on the signing of Frenkie de Jong and they remain hopeful that they will persuade Christian Eriksen to move to the club instead of staying at Brentford.
A defender is considered the least urgent recruit, although Ten Hag would ideally like to add a center-back to his team.
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