Pranav Nair
Danny Ings remains coy regarding his future despite Manchester United interest
According to talkSPORT (h/t Manchester Evening News), Southampton striker Danny Ings has refused to give much away regarding his future, amidst interest from Manchester United.
Despite extending Edinson Cavani’s contract, United have just two senior strikers in the squad with the Uruguayan and Anthony Martial. It is fair to say that the lack of cover is a major issue going into next season.
While the Red Devils have been linked with the likes of Harry Kane and Erling Haaland, neither of them will come cheap. With money at a premium, the prospect of us going all out to land either player is debatable.
One of the names doing the rounds is of Ings. The 28-year-old has resurrected his career at St Mary’s and is amongst the best forwards in the Premier League.
With just a year left on his contract, the Red Devils are hoping to pile pressure on Southampton this summer. Ings, however, has played it cool and admits that his focus, for the time being, is on Southampton.
“I’ve still got a contract here. My main focus is to finish the season strong. I haven’t really acknowledged them [transfer rumours]. I’ve just been focused on each game.”
A former Liverpool striker, Ings’ time at Anfield was marred by injuries. Since moving to Southampton, he has produced an impressive tally of 46 goals and 10 assists in 100 games. (h/t Transfermarkt)
According to The Athletic (Subscription Required), Ings was said to be open to a summer move to United. Whether he will beat a similar tune come the transfer window remains to be seen.
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Ings is by no means a bad option. More so, he will also come much cheaper than the likes of Kane or Haaland. However, he is far from the elite striker we seek to give us that extra something in attack.
