Manchester United LOCKS target on ex-Bundesliga forward as Marcus Rashford ‘replacement’

Manchester United are looking to sign Leon Bailey as Marcus Rashford secured his move to Aston Villa for the remainder of the season.

Manchester United LOCKS target on ex-Bundesliga forward as Marcus Rashford ‘replacement’

Leon Bailey (Via X)

Florian Plettenberg has reported that Manchester United are giving their all to sign Leon Bailey on the deadline day of the ongoing winter transfer window. It remains to be seen what Aston Villa does as the club won’t be looking to lose hold of yet another attacker in the middle of the season.

Marcus Rashford had fallen out of favor at United under the new manager Ruben Amorim. He is now departing for Villa. So, United are looking for Bailey, who is predominantly a right-winger but can also feature on the left wing. It is not yet known whether it will be a permanent transfer or a loan move. However, Villa will only be looking for a permanent transfer if they allow him to leave.

Bailey has the opportunity to play in the Champions League if he continues playing for Villa in the ongoing season. The same won’t be offered to him if he moves to the Old Trafford. So, it will be interesting to see what the attacker decides.

He has scored one goal in 20 matches so far in the Premier League 2024/2025 season. Overall, Bailey’s goals scored per 90 minutes is 0.09. Moreover, Bailey’s total G/A (goals + assists) is three for this season. His goal involvement equates to 0.26 per 90 minutes. Bailey is a good dribbler, possesses the pace, and also can be a clinical finisher. So, it remains to be seen if the Red Devils can get the deal done.

Aston Villa won’t be signing surprise Manchester United target Axel Disasi

Aston Villa have been keeping tabs on Axel Disasi for quite a long time. They were also facing competition from Tottenham Hotspurs in this regard and now Manchester United as well after Lisandro Martinez suffered a terrible injury. However, Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Villa won’t be making any further moves for the defender.

Axel Disasi
Axel Disasi (via X)

Disasi was looking to make a move to Villa and not go to Tottenham. However, Spurs had agreed on a move with Chelsea to secure his signing. Now that Villa aren’t looking forward to signing him, it remains to be seen if he does make the move to the North London club.

He is a robust defender with strong aerial ability and leadership qualities. His progressive passing and aggressive defending style make him a valuable asset, though he can sometimes be overly committed. Disasi has conceded three goals and kept three clean sheets in six matches in the Premier League 2024/2025 season. Only time will tell where he ends up at.