Erik Ten Hag’s United are expected to be in the market once more for the signing of a central midfielder in the upcoming transfer window....CONTINUE READING
The 20-time English Champions are in a good position to secure qualification for the 23/24 UEFA Champions League as they sit third on the English Premier League Standings, while the UEFA Europa League also provides them with another route to Europe’s elite competition.
The amount budgeted for transfers for the summer is currently unknown due to unclarity over the ownership sales & many more, but this wouldnt stop the club from making the moves in the next window with a new centre striker and a midfielder high on the list of the Dutch tactician.
Below are the five midfielder Manchester United could sign in the summer;
Jude Bellingham.
Reliable transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that the Red Devils are still in the running to sign the England international and are likely to face competition from other big clubs, like Real Madrid, Manchester City and Liverpool.
Dortmund on the other hand remain optimistic of keeping the youthful sensation to a new deal, but it does seem that the 19-year-old will switch clubs this summer for a deal that could exceed £100 million
Nicolo Barella
The rumours surrounding the Future of the Italian midfielder has gathered pace in recent days with Manchester United Boss, Erik Ten Hag said to be a huge admirer of the 26-year-old.
There have been reports that Nicolo Barella could be allowed to leave for £70 million, which would be a bargain for a player of his quality & a more cheaper and experienced alternative to Jude Bellingham.
Frenkie De Jong
According to fresh reports, United are set to launch a second attempt to land the Netherlands international from Barcelona next summer after their efforts to sign him proved abortive last summer.
The Ex-Ajax midfielder is said to be at the top of Ten Hag’s wishlist and could be drawn by the fantastic football played at Threatre of Dreams and United’s new found mentality to get results and wins trophies.
Declan Rice
The England international is likely to leave the Hammers in the next window with the majority of the teams in the vying for his signature in the English top flight.
The talented central midfielder has been proved that he’s a top class player once again this season, with 31 outings in all competitions, scoring two goals and recording 3 assists in the process.
The London based outfit are in a commanding position when it comes to the 24-year-old as they can trigger an additional year deal that will take his existing deal to 2025.
Edson Alvarez
Erik Ten Hag is familiar with Edson Alvarez with the two working together at Ajax before the 53-year-old opted to take over the managerial role at Old Trafford the Mexico international was heavily credited with a move to Stamford Bridge but the move didn’t materialise due to Ajax selling a lot of their key players.
But if he pushes for a move in the upcoming window he could be allowed to leave, the 25-year-old would arguably be the cheapest alternative on the list.
