Manchester United are preparing a surprise January swoop for Bournemouth and United States midfielder Tyler Adams, according to fresh reports.
Midfield Reinforcements a Priority for Amorim
Despite a summer spending spree focused on their attack, which saw Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, and Benjamin Sesko arrive for a combined £200million, manager Ruben Amorim remains desperate to strengthen his defensive midfield options. The club's pursuit of Brighton's Carlos Baleba was halted after the Seagulls demanded a fee in excess of £100million.
Amorim's preferred 3-4-2-1 system requires a specialist number six, and United's hierarchy have now identified a more affordable target. Daily Mail Sport reports that Bournemouth's Tyler Adams, valued at around £40million, has emerged as a serious option for the Old Trafford club.
Adams Presents a Cost-Effective Solution
The 26-year-old American international, formerly of RB Leipzig and Leeds United, is viewed as a significantly cheaper alternative to other players on United's shortlist. This includes Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson, Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton, and the aforementioned Baleba.
Adams is enjoying an impressive individual campaign under Andoni Iraola at Bournemouth. This season, only Chelsea's Moises Caicedo has made more interceptions in the Premier League than the US captain. Adams also ranks seventh for most successful tackles after 15 games, underlining his defensive prowess.
His recent form has also shown an attacking threat, with two goals in Bournemouth's last five matches—including a spectacular 47-yard strike against Sunderland.
A Perfect Stage to Impress
Adams is under contract at the Vitality Stadium until June 2028, meaning Bournemouth are under no pressure to sell. However, the midfielder will have a direct opportunity to showcase his talents to potential suitors this evening, as Bournemouth face Manchester United at Old Trafford in the Premier League.
Ahead of the clash, Adams spoke of his admiration for the stadium and the occasion, recalling his first visit with RB Leipzig during the Covid pandemic. "I was like, my dream is really to play in the Premier League because this is what it’s about right here," he said.
United, meanwhile, will be looking to return to winning ways after a rocky patch, while Bournemouth aim to cause an upset having picked up just two points from their last six league games.
