Regarding Manchester United's upcoming potential signing of Colombian youth international Orosco"This is a move driven by Manchester United's recruitment director, Darren Fletcher. More broadly, United's senior management hopes to tap into new markets – to some extent, emerging markets in South America."
Regarding the situations of Wharton and Baleba"These two players have been linked with Manchester United throughout the recent transfer window. Although there are also reports that Liverpool is monitoring their situations, I currently don’t know if Liverpool specifically needs a holding midfielder; if Liverpool does need one, it would likely be more of an attacking midfielder."
“We all know that players like Wharton and Bailleba will be in high demand.”
Regarding Wharton"My understanding of Wharton is that there is a gentleman's agreement between Crystal Palace and him – allowing him to leave Crystal Palace next summer if a suitable offer is received. So this is clearly worth keeping an eye on."
Regarding Baleba"There are two aspects to Baleba’s situation. First, the player’s market will naturally drive multi-party bidding, which Manchester United fans should not be surprised by."
“The second factor is obviously the price. Although many people think £100 million is a huge sum of money enough to complete the deal, Brighton’s data and methodology suggest that the player’s transfer fee could reach the level of Caicedo – hitting £150 million or even more in 12 months’ time.”
Regarding Manchester United signing a midfielder"I think it’s very likely that the club will sign two players."
"I don’t think Brighton will sell Baleba in January next year… His slow start to the season may have been affected by transfer rumors in the summer. There’s no doubt that he was fascinated by Manchester United, but the season has only just begun.
I don’t think a dip in form means a dip in his valuation."
