Former Premier League star Paul Ince has voiced doubts about Manchester United’s choice to recruit Andrey Santos from Chelsea. Ince questions the value of the Brazilian midfielder, who arrived in a deal worth £50 million, noting that his true potential is still unproven.
Speaking with OddsChecker, Ince argued that Kobbie Mainoo is already more talented than Santos and deserves a larger role within the squad. He finds it puzzling that the club would commit such a high fee for a player of Santos’s current standing when Mainoo is already developing through their own system.
Beyond his criticism of the Santos transfer, Ince praised Youri Tielemans as a high-quality player who shares qualities with Bruno Fernandes. He also mentioned that Manchester United should remain interested in Atalanta’s Ederson. Ultimately, Ince remains a firm supporter of Mainoo, describing him as a intelligent and energetic player who is the right fit to control the midfield.
