UK Media: "Man Utd Signing Hendrick Could See Solskjaer’s Park Ji-sung"

Park Ji-sung celebrating after scoring a goal. Photo by Yonhap News

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Min Jun-young] Manchester United is reportedly keeping an eye on Jeff Hendrick, who is currently playing for Burnley, and local UK media have described Hendrick as "Solskjær's Park Ji-sung."

The British daily 'Express' reported on the 16th (local time), "Not all of Manchester United's signings need to be superstar-level. If the Red Devils (Manchester United's nickname) can sign Hendrick, he could be seen as Solskjær's version of Park Ji-sung."

The outlet continued, "In the summer of 2005, Manchester United solidified their position as the top team in the Premier League with two quiet but successful signings," adding, "They signed Edwin van der Sar from Fulham, which completely resolved the long-standing goalkeeper issue that had been a problem since Peter Schmeichel's departure."

It further stated, "They brought Park Ji-sung from PSV Eindhoven for ?4 million (approximately 6 billion KRW). Park Ji-sung was not as flashy as Cristiano Ronaldo or Nani, nor as skillful as Paul Scholes, Ryan Giggs, or Michael Carrick, but he became one of Alex Ferguson's most important players."

The media evaluated, "Park Ji-sung played almost everywhere for Manchester United," adding, "He induced mistakes from opponents through intense pressing and helped with Manchester United's quick counterattacks, demonstrating wide versatility."

Additionally, "Hendrick could also become a second Park Ji-sung. Similarly, through his toughness, he can play anywhere in the midfield," and "Since the contract would be low-cost, the risk is also low, and having a player like Park Ji-sung would bring the team much closer to winning," it added.

Meanwhile, Hendrick, who was referred to as "Solskjær's Park Ji-sung" by the media, is an Irish national team midfielder who transferred to Burnley in 2016 and is currently active there.

Hendrick has played in 122 matches in the English Premier League (EPL), covering various positions including central and wide midfield as well as both offensive and defensive roles.

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