Manchester United have been urged to sign Tottenham captain Harry Kane in order to become Premier League title contenders next season, according to former Arsenal and England winger Paul Merson. Despite making some impressive signings this summer, including Mason Mount and Andre Onana, Merson believes that acquiring Kane would be the key to United’s success.
United manager Erik ten Hag has already strengthened his squad with the additions of Mount and Onana. However, Ten Hag is still keen on signing a new striker and has set his sights on Atalanta forward Rasmus Hojlund, with the club prepared to spend around £60m on the Danish player.
But Merson believes that United should prioritize a deal for Kane instead. Although United had initially withdrawn their interest in the England skipper earlier in the transfer window, they should reconsider given the recent speculation surrounding Kane’s future. Tottenham now seem open to selling Kane if they receive a suitable offer, with Bayern Munich planning further talks to discuss a potential deal.
Merson argues that signing Kane would immediately turn United into title contenders. Despite a strong performance in Ten Hag’s first season at Old Trafford, United still finished 14 points behind Premier League champions Manchester City. Merson tweeted, “Man Utd need to get Kane… Get Kane [and they] will challenge for the Premier League. Don’t get Kane [and they are] fighting for a top-four spot.”
Ten Hag has acknowledged that United are making progress in their search for a new No. 9. He emphasized the importance of integrating the new signing into the team and their style of play as soon as possible. While an ideal situation would have seen the striker already at the club, Ten Hag understands that managers don’t always get ideal situations and have to deal with the circumstances.
In conclusion, Paul Merson believes that Manchester United should prioritize signing Harry Kane in order to become serious contenders for the Premier League title next season. Despite already making some impressive signings, Merson argues that Kane’s addition would significantly strengthen United’s squad and improve their chances of challenging for the title. With Tottenham open to selling Kane and Bayern Munich expressing interest, United should revive their pursuit of the England captain. Only time will tell if United will heed Merson’s advice and make a move for Kane, but it is clear that his signing would have a major impact on the team’s prospects for the upcoming season.