Man Utd: Pundit accuses Ed Woodward of lying about transfers
Manchester United supremo Ed Woodward believes Aston Villa star Jack Grealish would be the ideal replacement for Juan Mata, reports say. The Red Devils chief is looking to splash the cash when the transfer window reopens at the end of the campaign. And Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is poised to be backed as the club look to win a first Premier League title since Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement.
Manchester United chief Woodward brought Mata to Old Trafford back in January 2014, with the Spain international arriving from Chelsea.
He’s been a loyal servant for the club in the time since, helping them win the FA Cup, EFL Cup and Europa League titles.
However, Mata is now a player approaching the twilight years of his career and United are looking at replacements for the long term.
And the Mirror say Woodward believes Grealish can be an ideal replacement for the Spain international, with the Aston Villa star shining in the Premier League this season.
The 24-year-old has scored seven goals in the league, while also weighing in with six assists.
He was also vital as Villa reached the EFL Cup final, scoring two and assisting two from five matches in the competition.
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Speaking to Premier League Productions, Sherwood said: "There's positivity running through the club now.
"They're linked with one of the best players in the league, Jack Grealish. I think once the window opens and if they're able to do that bit of business, it's possibly one of the final pieces.
"I still think they need a centre-back to play alongside [Harry] Maguire, that would be a bonus.
"They've got some goalkeepers out on loan who could come back and do a job as a replacement for De Gea.
"I think it's very positive, United are onwards and upwards. They've got the right manager to achieve it.