The Dutchman, talking forward of the match towards Villa, admitted he was desperate to bolster his assault.

Victor Osimhen has been linked amid his dazzling type for Napoli, whereas the Red Devils have additionally emerged as potential suitors for Harry Kane.

And Ten Hag, when requested about Kane, stated: "Everyone knows, it’s not a secret that over the whole season we have had a shortage of No. 9s.

“First, we had the dropout of Ronaldo, then Anthony Martial was often not available, Jadon Sancho was often not available, then you have a shortage of frontline players.

"With fewer gamers we've got to cowl many video games, so we positively want gamers within the frontline who strengthen the squad."

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