Manchester United is reportedly intensifying efforts to bolster its squad by targeting Atletico Madrid’s Antoine Griezmann, offering to triple his current salary in a bid to secure the French

Manchester United, currently grappling with their poorest start to a season in 61 years, is reportedly making a substantial move to enhance their squad by targeting Atletico Madrid’s Antoine Griezmann.

After slipping to the sixth position in the Premier League and facing the possibility of an early exit from the Champions League group stages, United’s manager, Erik ten Hag, is keen to reinforce his team during the January transfer window. Among the potential acquisitions on his wishlist, Griezmann stands out as a prime target, as reported by Catalan outlet El Nacional.

In a bid to secure the French striker’s services, Manchester United representatives have reportedly engaged in discussions with Griezmann’s entourage during a trip to Spain. The proposed strategy to entice him to Old Trafford involves tripling his current Atletico Madrid wages, with an estimated weekly earning of around $435,000.

The report also reveals that Griezmann possesses a release clause of $27 million, rendering him an economically feasible target for Manchester United. This move signifies the club’s commitment to revitalizing its squad and overcoming the challenges posed by the current season.