Bengaluru, June 14: Manchester United have received a major blow in the transfer market with their priority target for the number nine role Darwin Nunez set to join their arch-rivals Liverpool. The Reds are closing in on a 100 million euros deal to sign the Uruguayan international from Benfica.

With Nunez and Haaland joining Liverpool and Manchester City respectively, the two English sides have both strengthened significantly. In order to close the gap, other teams have to react soon.

Erik ten Hag is reportedly keen on adding a new striker to his ranks this summer in order to ease the goalscoring burden off the shoulders of veteran Cristiano Ronaldo. In this article, we will take a look at three strikers the Red Devils could look at having missed out on Nunez.

Victor Osimhen - Napoli

Osimhen has been impressive for Napoli over the past couple of years and has been strongly linked with a move to several Premier League clubs. Arsenal are reportedly chasing the signature of the Nigerian international who scored 18 goals in 32 games last season for Napoli. However, the Gunners are struggling to meet the financial demands of the Naples club which could create an opportunity for the Red Devils to sneak in.

Jonathan David - Lille

Another striker to have been widely linked with a number of Premier League clubs is Lille attacker Jonathan David. The Canadian international is a versatile forward who can play as a number nine as well as on the flanks. He scored 19 goals in 48 games for Lille last season and would be a brilliant addition to the United attack thanks to his dynamism, pace and creativity.

Tammy Abraham - AS Roma

Tammy Abraham seems to be the next player Chelsea could regret selling. The Englishman had a sensational season for Roma having joined them from the Blues last summer. He scored 26 goals in 52 games for the Serie A giants as they won the maiden UEFA Conference League title. Abraham's Premier League experience makes him a low-risk target for the Red Devils as well. However, with Manchester United missing Champions League football, it could be difficult for them to convince Abraham to make a move to Old Trafford following how good he has been for Roma.