Ruben Amorim has instructed Manchester United to challenge Liverpool for the signing of Orkun Kokcu, who is favored by Arne Slot. Kokcu recently praised Slot as 'the best coach in the world', which could give Liverpool an advantage in the transfer battle.

Ruben Amorim is interested in signing Orkun Kokcu for Manchester United, having been impressed by Kokcu's performances against Sporting CP. Manchester United has joined the race to acquire Kokcu, who is also being pursued by Liverpool. The potential transfer fee is said to be between €60-70 million, although Benfica's initial demand was €80 million, despite a €150 million release clause in Kokcu's contract. It is possible that the price could rise if a bidding war develops between Manchester United and Liverpool.

Manchester United, under new manager Ruben Amorim, is also interested in Orkun Kokcu. Amorim knows Kokcu well from his time managing in Portugal with Sporting Lisbon. Kokcu has a release clause of €150 million at Benfica, but he could be allowed to leave for around €60-70 million if he pushes for a move.

Man United manager, Erik ten Hag, is targeting a January swoop for Turkish duo, Kerem Aktürkoğlu and Orkun Kökçü. Both clubs had scouts watching the pair during Turkey’s recent match against Iceland. Benfica don’t plan to sell either player in January, though an offer of around €70 million for both might change the club’s mind.