Manchester United Have Set Their Sights On This Ligue 1 Striker: Should Pochettino Go For Him?

Manchester United Have Set Their Sights On This Ligue 1 Striker: Should Pochettino Go For Him? In a recent report , journalist Graeme Bailey mentioned that Manchester United have set their sights on Monaco striker Folarin Balogun. It has been claimed that the United States talent is open to joining the Red Devils now that Mauricio Pochettino has been appointed as the new Man United boss. Balogun’s Slow Start To This Ligue 1 Campaign Balogun has struggled to be a consistent for Monaco this season, but has managed to catch the eye at times for them in the final third. The 25-year-old has scored one goal in seven matches for the French club this season across all fronts. The United States talent is currently one of the most talented forwards in Ligue 1 . Thus, it is no wonder that the Red Devils are eager to get a deal done for him next year. His current contract at the French club will expire in the summer of 2028, which could open the door for Man United to sign him on the cheap at the end of this campaign. SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JULY 06: Folarin Balogun #20 of the United States shows dejection after the team’s 1-4 defeat in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between USA and Belgium at Seattle Stadium on July 06, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images) Should Manchester United Boss Mauricio Pochettino Go For Balogun? Balogun is proficient at finding a yard of space for himself to get some strikes in at goal. He can create the odd chance for his teammates to find the back of the net and is also quite clever with his movements in and around the opponent’s penalty area. Despite his 1.79m frame, he can head the ball well in the final third. The United States international can be a streaky goal-scorer up top, but needs to find a way to be more consistent with his goal-scoring. Balogun is already quite familiar with the Premier League from his time at Arsenal and won’t take any time to adjust to life at Man United. We can expect him to bring more quality and depth to Mauricio Pochettino’s attack. He has what it takes to challenge for a regular starting role at Old Trafford in the coming years. At 25, Balogun will only improve with each year. Therefore, the Red Devils would be wise to go for a striker with his skill set this January or at the end of this campaign, but only if he is available for a fair price.