After 12 years in England, where he won the Premier League, Emirates FA Cup, two Carabao Cups, and three FA Community Shields, David de Gea confirmed his departure over the weekend. United has been working hard to find a replacement for de Gea during the transfer window.
In order to recruit custodian Andre Onana, the Red Devils and Inter Milan have reached a £43 million agreement. The Cameroonian international has been ten Hag’s top aim to replace De Gea, and if the move is approved, he should prove to be a great addition.
Suzuki, according to Sky Sports writer Sheth, is the goalkeeper who will back up Onana at Old Trafford next season. Man Utd reportedly wants to buy two goalkeepers this summer.
The Daily Mail last week highlighted reports from Japan that Manchester United is close to signing Suzuki after submitting a formal $5 million offer.
Two goalkeepers might be arriving in the next few days, according to Sheth, who claims United are working on a contract for the young Japanese goalkeeper.
“United aren’t stopping there, they’re actually looking for a second goalkeeper as well – a number two,” Dharmesh Sheth told GIVEMESPORT.
“Zion Suzuki from Urawa Reds Diamonds is the one that they are exploring the possibility of a deal for. He’s a Japan international and has actually played for the senior team already, so not one but two goalkeepers potentially arriving at Old Trafford.”
A trade might be completed this summer because Man Utd has reportedly been monitoring the 20-year-old for some time and has now formalised their interest.
The 6ft 2in custodian played 28 times for the Urawa Red Diamonds and recorded 11 shutouts in all competitions. Suzuki made his senior-level debut for Japan against Hong Kong in a 6-0 victory.
Dean Henderson is anticipated to follow De Gea out the exit door this summer if Manchester United is successful in securing deals for both Onana and Suzuki. Henderson spent the last campaign on loan with Nottingham Forest and might make a permanent transfer to the City Ground.