In response to United's 7.6m bid being rejected, they will not go after Marko Arnautovic. In the end, United moved on to other targets. I wish Man United's decision was reasonable and that fans are going to be pleased with it. Arnautovic is in no way to blame for this purchase, but it is merely a panic purchase in the first place. Their panic decisions might be the result of desperation.
It seems that many people are surprised that Man United is targeting Marko Arnautovic, because apart from Arnautovic's age, he is 33 years old.
Arnautovic is also not a big name who can make a big change for Man United. I think Man United are planning to buy Arnautovic just because of
the frustration of failing to get the player they wants. So indeed Arnautovic's purchase was unplanned and a panic buy as you said. According to
The Athletic report, Man United have made an offer to Bologna to be able to sign Arnautovic. But indeed Bologna have rejected an offer from
Man United, Marco Di Vaio as Bologna sporting director said Arnautovic is a key player and will not for sale. This means that Man United must look
for other targets. I don't understand why Erik ten Hag had to choose Arnautovic, while there are still many other top strikers that Man United
can bring in.