Man Utd may make at least five summer signings. (Image: GETTY)
Manchester United will look to make five signings this summer in line with a new set of rules laid out by Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS, according to reports. The Red Devils are claimed to be steering clear of 'Galacticos' signings and plan to target signings below the age of 25 in search of a younger, fitter squad.
Express Sport runs through United's potential starting line-up on the opening weekend of next season with four new signings that fit the criteria and an extra one that serves it differently.
Two players could arrive for the purpose of depth. Boca Juniors centre-back Aaron Anselmino (19) is a reported target to add quality and potential to the bench.
He has dazzled scouts from United and Chelsea at the start of his career in Argentina and should come at an affordable price to cover for further centre-back exits beyond Raphael Varane.
Meanwhile, United should opt for an experienced new striker to provide 21-year-old Rasmus Hojlund with competition after Anthony Martial's exit.
Stuttgart's Serhou Guirassy is among those linked with a switch to M16 after scoring 30 goals in as many games this term. The 28-year-old is available for less than £20m.
Goalkeeper - Onana
In terms of the starters, Andre Onana had a mixed debut season in English football and will hope to improve in his second campaign.
The 28-year-old's future may come into question if Erik ten Hag departs but a new goalkeeper certainly won't be among United's priorities.
Michael Olise is a top Man Utd target. (Image: Getty)
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Defence - Dalot, Branthwaite, Martinez, Shaw
Jarrad Branthwaite has a strong chance of being the subject of the first transfer pursuit of the INEOS era, with Everton reportedly valuing the 21-year-old between £60million and £70m.
He would likely be United's most expensive deal of the summer, serving as a direct replacement for Varane alongside Lisandro Martinez in central defence.
Diogo Dalot was one of Ten Hag's best players in the 2023/24 season and is nailed on to keep his starting spot next term.
Luke Shaw has suffered a brutal campaign due to injuries, featuring just 15 times. He will be a starter if fit, but Tyrell Malacia will hope to overcome his own issues to provide cover.
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