Manchester United eyes Joselu, former Stoke City striker sought for Premier League experience

Two English scouts reportedly spoke with representatives of a Real Madrid striker about a potential move to Old Trafford as a backup for Rasmus Hojlund.

Joselu Wanted By Manchester United
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According to Relevo, two English scouts recently engaged in discussions with representatives of the Real Madrid striker to inquire about his situation. The proposed plan involves him joining Old Trafford as an experienced backup for Rasmus Hojlund. He has been performing admirably in a similar role at Real Madrid, suggesting he could excel in the Premier League.

Hojlund faced challenges initially upon his arrival at Old Trafford, failing to score in the Premier League for the first three months. However, he later found his stride, scoring consistently for the Red Devils until an injury sidelined him. The club believes Joselu could offer valuable support to the 21-year-old both on and off the field, leveraging his Premier League experience. Joselu previously spent three years in the English top flight with Stoke City and Newcastle United.

Despite currently being with Real Madrid, Joselu remains contracted to Espanyol, a second-division Spanish club. Reports indicate that Real Madrid have decided to sign the 34-year-old, but potential movement from the Premier League side could complicate matters.

Joselu has recently returned to training with Carlo Ancelotti’s team following his international duties with the Spanish national team. He is expected to be a substitute when Real Madrid faces Athletic Club on March 31st.

Joselu

José Luis Sanmartín Mato

Forwarder

GermanyGermany

Age: 34

191 cm

80 kg

Season 2023/2024
Played 31 2 Missed
Minutes 1403 45.3 Avg
Goals 8 0.3 Avg
Assist 2 0.1 Avg
Attempt 11 0.4 Avg
Passes 289 9.371.0% AvgSucc
Yellow 1 0.0 Avg
Red 0 0.0 Avg

This season he played in total 27 times for 1197 minutes for La Liga.

Joselu scored 8 goals for Real Madrid. He procured two assists. He received 1 yellow card and no red cards.

His team is currently 1st in La Liga. In the last match Real Madrid won 4-2 against Osasuna.

Real Madrid performance and stats

Real Madrid

Manager: Carlo Ancelotti
Rank 1st
Win 26
Draw 6
Loss 1
Goals 71-22
Diff 49
Rank 1st
Win 6
Draw 0
Loss 0
Goals 16-7
Diff 9

Real Madrid is currently 1st in the La Liga with 72 points.

In the last 29 games, it has won 22 times, drawn 6 times, and lost once. In its last match, Real Madrid won 2-4 against Osasuna.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 64 goals and conceding 20.​

Manchester United performance and stats

Manchester United

Manager: Erik ten Hag
Rank 6th
Win 16
Draw 5
Loss 12
Goals 51-50
Diff 1
Rank 4th
Win 1
Draw 1
Loss 4
Goals 12-15
Diff -3

Manchester United is currently 6th in the Premier League with 47 points.

In the last 28 games, it has won 15 times, drawn twice, and lost 11 times. In its last match, Manchester United won 2-0 against Everton.​​

It has a even goal difference after scoring 39 goals and conceding 39.​

Manchester United will play the next match in Premier League against Brentford on Saturday 30th of March in Brentford. The prediction is Manchester United winning the match.​