According to a report from O Jogo, through Sport Witness, who claim the player prefers the Red Devils to interest from other teams, Manchester United is one of the teams vying to sign Goncalo Inacio.
Goncalo Inacio, who is he?
Inacio has remained an important member of the club despite Sporting’s troubles this season, when they finished fourth, their lowest finish since the defender made his first-team debut. Despite playing in their backline, he participated in 33 league games for the club and recorded one goal with three assists.
In spite of some of his club’s struggles in the Portuguese Liga, his statistics this year have also shown off his abilities. He rates as one of the top defenders in the Men’s ‘Next 8’ leagues (those that aren’t the Premier League, Ligue 1, Bundesliga, La Liga, or Serie A), when compared to other players in his position.
He is among the top one percent of centre backs with 9.04 progressive passes for every 90, and he also ranks among the top three percent with 1.90 progressive carries. It demonstrates that in addition to being strong defensively, as indicated by his 1.71 interceptions and 1.48 tackles per 90, he is also skilled at seizing the ball himself, being more offensive, and advancing his team.
Goncalo-Inacio
These showings are what have now generated interest from a distance. Newcastle and Man United are two Premier League teams that are reportedly interested in Inacio this summer, according to O Jogo via Sport Witness. Sporting is ready to extend his contract and increase his release clause, even though a deal wouldn’t break the bank for either club with a release clause of 45 million Euros (or £38 million).
Then it is said that he reacted angrily to the approach from the Magpies but not to United, indicating that he is open to joining and even favours an Old Trafford move.
Inacio should Man United acquire him.
The center-back, for those who are unaware, is thought to be among the most promising young players in his position. This is demonstrated by Jacek Kulig, a football talent scout, who calls him “Alcochete’s finest” and a “complete” center-back, as an example.
His statistics, as previously mentioned, support this as well. Across a wide range of leagues and players, he is regarded as one of the greatest at his position, with both his attacking and defensive production standing out. With 0.87 dribblers tackled per 90, he is in the top 85% of all players and demonstrates his ability to chase down and stop runners. He also ranks highly with 5.89 ball recoveries, placing him in the top 26% of all players.
Inacio is still young, but he has already shown that he possesses a lot of raw talent. His prior coaches have lauded him for his exceptional psychological qualities, and he undoubtedly have what it takes to handle the spotlight of a club like United.
