Manchester United have been linked with a wealth of players in this summer transfer window, especially with a new takeover imminent.
Erik ten Hag had a successful first term in charge as United manager, winning the EFL Cup, finishing third in the English Premier League and reaching the FA Cup Final
It is likely that Ten Haag will be given an extended budget based on last season’s results, as the board will be keen for them to go one step further and have greater success next campaign.
We picked five players who United should look to sign in order to compete for the EPL title.
David Raya, Brentford
David Raya has recently expressed his desires to leave Brentford this summer with his determination to push on in his career, and he has been heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford, especially with David de Gea set to leave.
However, United are not the only side interested in the Spaniard’s signature as Tottenham Hotspur have also shown heavy interest as Hugo Lloris is heading into the final stages of his career.
Alessandro Bastoni, Inter Milan
Bastoni has been one of the most sought after central defenders over the past few transfer windows, and his impressive performances in the UEFA Champions League has only riffled this interest.
United had a solid centre back pairing of Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez last term, but both defenders had injuries throughout the season so ten Hag might be keen to bring in another talented defender such as Bastoni, to ensure so that they have competent cover in that position.
Xavi Simons, PSV Eindhoven
Simons has reportedly expressed his aspiration of making the move to Old Trafford, impressed with the coaching ability of ten Hag both in Holland and in the EPL.
However, the 20-year-old will not be cheap after he was the second top scorer in the Eredivisie last term with 19 goals, so this mixed with his age could equate to a hefty transfer fee.
Mason Mount, Chelsea
Mount is arguably the man who has been linked the most with a move to Old Trafford this summer after the reported disagreement between him and current club Chelsea regarding wages.
The England international could offer something to United that they currently do not possess within their ranks, such as his desire and work rate off the ball in midfield.
Victor Osimhen, Napoli
All English clubs were given a boost as Victor Osimhen has expressed his interest to play in the EPL one day, and Manchester United are one of the main clubs interested.
The Nigerian striker found the back of the net 31 times in 39 games in all competitions for Napoli last term and could be the final piece of the puzzle for ten Hag and he seeks to find a world-class goal scorer.
