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Manchester United have warned the signing of Harry Kane would lead to a 'nightmare' scenario
A Manchester United legend has urged his former side not to sign striker Harry Kane this summer.
Kane's current deal with Tottenham Hotspur runs for an extra year, however, the 29-year-old has been closely linked with a move to Old Trafford in recent months as Erik ten Hag looks to strengthen his spells. his attacking options in the club. serious prime minister. Challenge for the title of champion next season.
United have enjoyed a resurgence this season, winning the Carabao Cup in February and are well on their way to finishing in the top four. In June, they had a chance to win a domestic cup double against Manchester City. in the FA Cup final at Wembley.
On the other hand, Tottenham experienced another disappointing season. Currently in seventh place, tied on points with Aston Villa, they are in danger of losing their place in the European Cup with two games remaining and the club are currently without a long-term replacement for Antonio Conte, who eventually left. club by mutual agreement. Of March.
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Despite those problems, Kane has scored 29 goals in 47 appearances this season and earlier this year surpassed Wayne Rooney's total of 53 to become England's all-time leading scorer.
Losing Kane, the club's captain and top goalscorer, will only add to the growing concerns of Tottenham fans. However, former United striker Andy Cole, who has scored almost one goal in every two games during his successful six years at Old Trafford, believes it would be a mistake to have the striker's services. worth 100 million pounds.
Speaking to William Hill, Cole said:
"Manchester United can no longer choose a short-term solution. Advertisement
"They can't go and spend £80m or £100m on Harry Kane. In two years they will look back and say: 'He's 32 years old, we have to find ourselves another striker'. can't to end up at that re-position.
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“When you look at the recognized strikers Manchester United have had, you look at the likes of Robin van Persie, but the crazy thing is that he was only there for two years, and since then, they've only followed. each other for two years.
"A football club like Manchester United can't keep having different strikers for two years at the same time, that's ridiculous. Advertisement
"Now they know they have to sign someone who will give them five years."
Tottenham ended their season with a home draw against Brentford, followed by a trip to Leeds on the final day, where they hope to secure a Europa Conference League spot.
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