According to ESPN, Manchester United have shown a very different reinforcement strategy in this summer's transfer market than in previous years, with Ivan Toni's failure to make Ten Hagar's shortlist of strikers being a notable example. Although Ivan Toni has a good record of scoring goals, Temhag believes that he lacks sufficient energy when pressing the defense, which is inconsistent with the current team style and tactical requirements pursued by Manchester United, so he did not become the target of United's attraction.
This decision reflects a profound change in United's reinforcement policy. Looking back to 2012, United signed the then 29-year-old Robin van Persie in a big deal. The Arsenal veteran joined the club at a price of £24 million and was offered a contract with a high salary of £250,000 per week. At the time, United aimed to quickly improve their squad by bringing in ready-made players, with the goal of winning the Premier League title. However, today's United are more focused on long-term planning in terms of reinforcements and tend to invest in young players who have potential and room for development.
In the past two seasons, Manchester United's reinforcement strategy has been fully realized. They spent £72 million to bring in Hoylum, a young striker who has shown remarkable goal-scoring ability in the Serie A. Although his goal-scoring numbers aren't impressive, United is interested in his potential and fit with the team's tactical system. In addition, United also signed Zirker Zee for 36.5 million pounds, the Dutch striker in Bologna's outstanding performance attracted the attention of Manchester United. Zirkezer is not only efficient in scoring goals, but also young and talented, which is an important reserve for United's future forward line.
