Sir Jim Ratcliffe will want to make a big splash in his first signing as he rebuilds Manchester United.

That does not imply, however, that the Red Devils will overspend for players, unlike what they have done in the past ten years.

Erik ten Hag is eager to strengthen the attacking balance, thus a right winger might be the first significant addition of the INEOS period.

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Man United targeted a new striker.

Fabrizio Romano disclosed this week that Michael Olise, a target for Man United, could be obtained for less than his £60 million release clause.

“I think it’s less than this (£60m release clause),” the reliable transfer insider stated in an interview with Mark Goldbridge on The United Stand. This boy is of interest to a lot of teams. Chelsea will still be present, and Man United will take this as a chance.

“Having a player with a release clause like this is a huge opportunity. It may be a very competitive race because Arsenal has been scouting the player frequently. It won’t be chosen right now.”

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The winger is still wanted by Chelsea, but according to earlier reports from January, he would prefer to move to Old Trafford.

The summer would see a move for the France jewel because of United’s financial fair play regulations.

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How Bukayo Saka and Michael Olise are comparable

It’s been amazing to watch Bukayo Saka rise to the top; for the 2022–2023 season, ESPN has ranked the former Arsenal youth player as the finest winger in the world.

Under Mikel Arteta, the 22-year-old is flourishing this season. In 29 games in all competitions, the forward has ten goals and 13 assists.

Since the two have a lot in common based on FBref’s similar player model, Man United’s interest in Olise may imply they sign their own Saka.

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Similar to the England star, the Palace dynamo has had a fantastic season, making just ten Premier League starts but scoring six goals and dishing out three assists. On the other hand, a summertime injury has severely hindered his season.

But first, let’s compare Olise to Saka and examine a few Premier League numbers from this season that demonstrate why he would succeed at United.

Saka vs. Olise Stats

Statistics (per 90)

Olise

Saka

Objectives

0.72

0.34

Helps

0.36

0.29

Total shots fired

3.62

2.69

Pass keys

2.65

2.84

Shot-producing manoeuvres

6.03

5.97

Crosses

9.05

6.21

Attacks

1.69

2.15

Statistics through FBref

According to pundit Ben Mattinson, Olise has established himself as one of the Premier League’s most “dangerous” attackers; his key area of strength is his production. The French forward leads the league in both goals and assists, as you can see. Only the best players can produce both, and the Arsenal player is one of them.

They can both find a teammate in the box by shifting the ball to their right, even though they are left-footed. Both players enjoy cutting inside to shoot or pass the ball to the back post, and Olise possesses a lethal cross. Their unrelenting work off the ball for their side in the press or tracking back to make tackles is another element of their game that sets them apart from the competition.

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In general, Olise would easily enter the United starting lineup to take Antony’s spot, who last weekend against Newport County scored his lone goal of the year. United’s attack might be completely changed by the Palace artist.