Manchester United face renewed competition for goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, who may finally be ready to move to Old Trafford. The 21-year-old Japanese goalie previously declined a £5 million offer from United last summer to focus on his Olympic Games chances. Now firmly established as Japan’s Olympic keeper, Suzuki impressed during his debut European season with Belgian club Sint-Truiden.
Erik ten Hag’s scouts watched the 6ft 3in shot-stopper during a pre-Olympic training camp in the United States. However, Genoa, who qualified for the Champions League, is also keen on Suzuki, aiming to tempt him with top-level European football opportunities. United values Suzuki’s sure-handed technique and accurate distribution, fitting their play-from-the-back strategy. The former Urawa Red Diamonds talent was rated Belgium’s highest keeper by DataMB, excelling in aerial duels, passes completed, and goals prevented.
Sint-Truiden paid a £1 million loan fee and plans a £4 million permanent deal, but may sell him at a profit.United and Genoa could face more competition after Suzuki’s likely Olympic performance boosts his reputation and price. Despite Ten Hag’s mixed transfer record, Ineos has retained him as United manager but will limit his transfer control.
Here is the skills highlight video of Zion Suzuki.
Z. Suzuki
This season he played in total 32 times for 2880 minutes for Pro League.
He made 109 saves and conceded 50 goals. He received no yellow cards and no red cards.
His team is currently 9th in Pro League. In the last match Sint-Truiden lost 2-0 against Gent.
Sint-Truiden performance and stats
Sint-Truiden is currently 9th in the Pro League with 40 points.
In the last 40 games, it has won 13 times, drawn 14 times, and lost 13 times. In its last match, Sint-Truiden lost 2-0 against Gent.
It has a negative goal difference after scoring 35 goals and conceding 46.