Paul Parker has warned RB Leipzig star Christopher Nkunku that a move to Manchester United ‘could cost him his career’.
United interim boss admitted that the club could make as many as 10 signings this summer after the team’s dismal defeat to Liverpool in midweek.
Nkunku is one of the players that has been linked with a switch to Old Trafford as his sensational season for Leipzig continues.
The 24-year-old has registered 30 goals and 19 assists across all competitions this term, making him one of the most sought-after attacking midfielders in Europe.
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But given the current uncertainty at Old Trafford following a sub-par season, former Red Devils defender Parker thinks Nkunku could risk his reputation by moving to the Manchester club.
‘Now I’m quite sure that if the player is gonna be persuaded, Rangnick will be the one to persuade him, he knows him,’ Parker told of Nkunku.
‘But is he gonna put himself under pressure to come and play for Manchester United at this given time?
‘He’s mostly seen the creativity, so if he was to come, he can say, Yeah, I’m interested, but you’re gonna bring in at least two midfield players to play behind me because as much as I can really make my own I still need help. They all need help.
‘So, will it be the right choice for him to come in there and put everything that he’s earned in Germany to come and play in the Premier League for Manchester United?
‘Cause I’m not highly recommending it to go there at this moment in time cause it could cost you your career.’
Meanwhile, United have confirmed the appointment of Erik ten Hag as the club’s new permanent manager from next season.
The 52-year-old said: ‘It is a great honour to be appointed manager of Manchester United and I am hugely excited by the challenge ahead.
‘I know the history of this great club and the passion of the fans, and I am absolutely determined to develop a team capable of delivering the success they deserve.
‘It will be difficult to leave Ajax after these incredible years, and I can assure our fans of my complete commitment and focus on bringing this season to a successful conclusion before I move to Manchester United.’
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