Manchester United are being linked with a move for Brentford forward Kevin Schade ahead of the January transfer window. The Germany international has emerged as a potential target as the club seeks attacking reinforcements.
United, currently 12th in the Premier League with five points from five games, are looking for players who can stretch defences and offer a different dimension in transition. Schade's profile, marked by significant pace, directness and physicality, fits that description. He is viewed as a promising talent with considerable room for development.
Brentford are determined to keep the 24-year-old and have been keen to reward his fine start to the season with a new contract. However, early discussions have not progressed. Caught Offside reported that "initial contacts earlier in the season have not progressed anywhere meaningful."
This stalemate has put Schade in the spotlight as the winter window approaches. The same source noted that "Schade is likely to be one to watch in the winter transfer window." United's interest comes as they aim to improve on a recent run of form that reads one win, two draws and two defeats from their last five league matches.
Erik ten Hag's side drew 1-1 at Fulham in their last outing and next face Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford on 10 October. While no formal approach has been made, the club's scouting of Schade adds another name to their list of potential attacking options for the new year.
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