According to rumours, Man Utd may utilize Tottenham's interest in a player who Erik ten Hag doesn't want to assist them get Harry Kane for a substantially lower price.
It goes without saying that the Red Devils are looking for a top center-forward this summer. Their top targets are reportedly Harry Kane and Victor Osimhen of Napoli, although neither will be simple to sign.
Osimhen has had a remarkable season, scoring 25 goals in just 29 games, and his value has reportedly increased to £150 million as a result.
Kane, on the other hand, is rumored to be available for a more affordable £100 million, however the Times claims that signing him would require upfront payment in the form of a sizable lump sum. The amount needed will be more if United pitch a contract with installments or add-ons.
Also, United is cautious to engage in a drawn-out transfer dispute with Tottenham. Daniel Levy's reputation as a strong negotiator is not undeserved.
ESPN claims that there is a mechanism for Manchester United to facilitate the process.
According to their information, United might use Spurs' interest in backup goalkeeper Dean Henderson as a negotiating point.
Henderson, 26, left Manchester United in the summer under a cloud and is now on a season-long loan at Nottingham Forest.
In fact, Henderson admitted he was "fuming" at Man United in an unwise and incendiary interview with talkSPORT after calling the manner he was handled by the team "criminal."
Henderson's loan agreement with Forest does not include a buyout clause, thus at the end of the current campaign, he will return to Old Trafford. How long is absolutely different from the question.
In fact, David de Gea is in the midst of negotiations to prolong his employment. ESPN reports that Man Utd want to recruit a new number two to play behind the Spaniard. David Raya of Brentford is desired and open to transfers this summer. Diogo Costa of FC Porto might be a more well-known choice.
If the 12-month option in his contract is exercised, Tom Heaton would then replace Henderson as third-choice, leaving Henderson without a backup.
While they search for a replacement for Hugo Lloris, ESPN reports that Spurs are interested in signing Henderson. The seasoned Frenchman, who currently leads the league with four errors that resulted in goals, is not what he once was.
In addition to Jordan Pickford of Everton, Henderson is being evaluated. Pickford will be much harder to get than the other player, though, unless Everton are eliminated from the league.
According to the article, Tottenham's interest in Henderson may 'push' Levy to be more open to Kane's departure.
The implication is that Henderson might be used as a makeweight to somewhat lower Kane's transfer fee while also giving Spurs a ready-made starter in a tricky position.
Henderson is presently valued by internet store Transfermarkt at about £20 million.
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