Manchester United Identify This Experienced Forward As A Target: Should Amorim Snap Him Up? | OneFootball

In a recent report on talkSPORT, journalist Ben Jacobs stated that Manchester United have identified Al-Hilal forward Aleksandar Mitrovic as a target. It has been stated that the Red Devils are facing competition from West Ham United and Everton in the race to land the Serbian striker this summer.

Mitrovic’s Impressive Form In Saudi Football

Mitrovic had a productive campaign in Saudi Arabia after he put in a lot of impressive displays as the focal point of Al-Hilal’s attack. The Serbian sensation banged in 28 goals and picked up seven assists in 36 appearances for his current employers last season on all fronts.

The 30-year-old led the line well and deserves credit for averaging 4.44 shots per 90 minutes in the Saudi Professional League. He has also kept 48.4% of his attempts on target (stats via fbref.com).

His current contract at the Saudi club will expire next summer. Hence, Man United could potentially bring Mitrovic back to England on a cut-price deal this off-season.

JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA – APRIL 25: Aleksandar Mitrovic of Al Hilal celebrates after scoring the 4th goal during the AFC Champions League Elite match between Al Hilal and Gwangju at King Abdullah Sports City Hall Stadium on April 25, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)

Should Man United Boss Ruben Amorim Snap Mitrovic Up?

Mitrovic is proficient at finding a yard of space for himself to get a few strikes in at goal. He is an experienced forward, who has banged in goals for fun in Saudi Arabia. However, it remains to be seen whether he can maintain his good form in the Premier League.

Standing at 1.89m, the Serbian striker can use his strong frame to win his fair share of aerial duels. However, he needs to work on improving his link-up play in the final third.

Mitrovic would add more goals to Man United head coach Ruben Amorim’s attack. He is more than capable of earning a regular first-team spot at Old Trafford next season.

At 30, Mitrovic might still have a few good years left in him to play at a high level. Furthermore, he is quite familiar with the Premier League and won’t take much time to settle into life at the Mancunian club. With all things considered, the Red Devils would be wise to go all out to snap Mitrovic up in this summer transfer window as he could help them get back to challenging for European football in the coming years.