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Van der Sar couldn't hold back. His thoughts on Manchester United's transfer strategy... 👀🎙️ 🎙️ Reporter: Edwin, reports suggest Arsenal are preparing a sensational move for Vinícius Jr., while Manchester United continue to be linked with younger, lower-profile signings. What do you make of the difference in approach? 🗣️ Edwin van der Sar: "If those reports are true, then it shows ambition. The biggest clubs in the world don't just develop talent—they also attract the very best players already performing at the highest level. "When I look at Manchester United, I sometimes feel the club has become too comfortable chasing potential instead of proven world-class quality. Every transfer window seems to revolve around players who might become stars in three or four years. But Manchester United isn't a club that should always be waiting for tomorrow. 🗣️ Edwin van der Sar: Supporters expect players who can transform the team immediately. The badge demands that. There is nothing wrong with signing young talent, but when that's your primary strategy every single summer, you risk falling behind clubs that are willing to make bold statements. 🗣️ Edwin van der Sar : If Arsenal are genuinely trying to sign someone like Vinícius Jr., whether they succeed or not, they're sending a message to Europe: 'We're aiming for the very top.' Manchester United should be sending those same messages. 🗣️ Edwin van der Sar :At some stage, you have to stop shopping for projects and start shopping for elite footballers. Manchester United should be competing for the biggest names in world football, not always settling for the next promising player. That's the standard this club was built on."