Manchester United is reportedly preparing a substantial offer to secure the services of Bayern Munich winger Serge Gnabry during the upcoming January transfer window. This move reflects the Red Devils’ ambition to reinforce their squad after a challenging start to the season, marked by off-field issues and a series of disappointing results in the Premier League.
Despite putting up a spirited performance in a 4-3 loss to Bayern Munich in the Champions League, another Premier League defeat to Burnley would only intensify the pressure on manager Erik ten Hag.
United’s injury list has been growing, with key players like Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Harry Maguire recently sidelined, joining the likes of Raphael Varane, Mason Mount, Luke Shaw, and Tyrell Malacia. Moreover, Jadon Sancho has been absent due to a “squad discipline issue,” and Antony has taken a leave of absence following assault allegations against him.
Sancho’s exclusion from the squad for the 3-1 loss to Arsenal before the international break stemmed from poor training performances, as revealed by Ten Hag. Although Sancho initially responded on social media, he has refused to apologize to Ten Hag and has been training separately from the first-team squad.
With Antony’s indefinite absence, Manchester United is reportedly exploring the possibility of acquiring Bayern Munich’s Serge Gnabry. Real Madrid has also expressed interest in Gnabry, a player long coveted by Madrid president Florentino Perez. However, United is emerging as a strong contender in the race to secure his services.
Manchester United is reportedly ready to make a substantial financial commitment in January, expressing a willingness to pay a significant sum for Gnabry. The club is not inclined to wait for Gnabry’s contract with Bayern Munich to expire in 2026 and is preparing an offer of €50 million to secure his transfer.
This proposed offer is considerably higher than what Real Madrid is prepared to pay for the German winger. Perez, instead, appears inclined to wait until Gnabry becomes available on a free transfer. Manchester United’s aggressive pursuit of Gnabry indicates their determination to strengthen Erik Ten Hag’s team and turn their season around.