The striker’s inability to adapt to the manager’s high-intensity style is particularly concerning. Additionally, at 33 years old, his resale value will only decrease, making this summer the ideal time to cash in.
While selling a fan favorite is never easy, United cannot afford another season of tactical compromise. The club should act decisively and reinvest the funds in younger, more tactically suitable forwards who can implement the manager’s vision.
Potential replacements could include Benjamin Sesko, Mathys Tel, or even promoting their talented academy graduate who has been excelling on loan. Whoever comes in will need time to adapt, but a change is necessary if United are to return to the summit of English and European football.