Crystal Palace's Wilfried Zaha celebrates scoring their first goal
Manchester United have reportedly been in contact with the representatives of Crystal Palace forward Wilfried Zaha.
The Lowdown: First Old Trafford stint
Zaha left Selhurst Park for Old Trafford back in 2013, however, he struggled to make an impact for the Red Devils in the Premier League.
The Ivory Coast international made just four senior appearances for the club and was loaned out to Cardiff City and Palace before making a permanent return to London.
Now 30, Zaha has reached 450 appearances for the Eagles, contributing to 165 goals, with his contract set to expire in the summer.
The Latest: United contact
London World reporter Rahman Osman shared an update regarding Zaha, claiming Tottenham are confident of securing his services.
However, United have also been in touch with the player’s representatives alongside AS Roma.
The Verdict: Avoid?
Zaha, hailed as ‘unplayable‘ by former top flight defender James Collins, has been a key player for Palace since returning to the club and is currently the top scorer in Patrick Vieira’s side.
However, he is primarily a left-winger, an area where Marcus Rashford has been starring in under Erik ten Hag, scoring 14 times in the league from that position.
As well as Rashford, United have a number of wide attacking options but limited numbers through the middle, so it could be best to avoid a move for Zaha and pursue a marquee centre-forward instead, with both Harry Kane and Victor Osimhen linked.
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