3 potential ways Manchester United could line up should they sign Erling Haaland

#2 As a part of a front two in a 4-4-2

While Solskjaer has not shown a preference for a traditional 4-4-2 system at Manchester United, he could warm up to the idea with a player like Haaland in the team. Against teams that defend deep and require greater penetration, Manchester United could revert back to the tried and tested 4-4-2 of the Ferguson era.

However, the lack of quality wingers could be an issue, but maybe Solskjaer can address that with attacking full-backs. Nevertheless, the Norwegian can use the former Molde player as a two-man strike force if he desires for more firepower in the team.

Haaland could fit in quite well as a part of a front two with Marcus Rashford. The Norwegian’s work ethic is quite similar to the Englishman and the two could join forces to tear defences apart.

On the other hand, Haaland could also form an interesting partnership with Anthony Martial. Because of their different styles of play, the two players could actually complement each other on the pitch. Haaland’s movement and physicality could open up spaces for the Frenchman to wreak havoc in the final third.

As such, in case Solskjaer wants to change from his current tactics and delve into plan B, Haaland could also work like a charm in a front two system.

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