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After a sad and lack-luster start to the season, Man United put the foot down and gave Jose Mourinho the sack. United currently sits at the sixth position in the EPL Table.
With big fixtures coming up both in the Premier League and the Champions League, United needs to act fast.
The hunt for the next manager has already begun with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer being appointed as the interim manager for the prestigious club.
A club such as Manchester United has a lot to live up to and with limited time and high expectations, the baby-faced assassin needs to burn a big hole in the pockets of the club. The current squad needs more resources and the board should leave no stones unturned.
In the wake of the roller-coaster ride that was Jose Mourinho’s short career as the Manchester United manager, fans expect something huge to turn the tide in their favour.
The January transfer window comes as a blessing in disguise as the club management look towards the transfer season to bring some reinforcements. The Red Devils sorely need new blood to bring in that extra oomph to the bolster the legendary status that precedes the name.
The last few transfer windows had been nothing but a disaster for the club. Amidst the tug-of-war between the Special One and the sturdy Manchester Board over a couple of summer targets and finally failure to sign any significant fire, the team has been showing signs of stagnation in its play.
In addition, with Lukaku and Pogba the only signings in the last few years to be more or less regularly featured for the Red Devils, things have turned bitter for them too.
The sluggish, ‘tired’ world champion burdened with ever-increasing fan hopes to ‘finally fulfil his talent potential’ and the Belgian workhorse has more added dismay to Manchester’s run than goals this season.
Here, we look at the four prospective players whom Manchester United may sign on this winter.
Toby Alderweireld
The current Spurs center-back has been frequently linked to a possible move to the Red Devils in recent transfer windows. It comes as no surprise that his name has been cropping up in many places with reference to the January transfer window.
The Belgian’s contract will expire at the end of this season. So, he will come at a bargain price. United’s pursuit for this talented defended ended with empty hands last summer. You can expect the club to go all out to secure his services this winter.
The 29-year-old can be a valuable asset to the defense which has already leaked 29 goals this season. Not to mention, he has had 97 matches under his belt for his current side.
A center back with valuable EPL experience is exactly what United need at the present. With Toby not likely to renew his contract with Spurs, it becomes increasingly likely to see him in a United shirt very soon.
Kalidou Koulibaly
This talented African defender has raised quite a few eyebrows with his impressive defensive displays for Serie A side Napoli. The 27-year-old Senegalese international is currently one of the hottest prospects in Europe and many big clubs are looking to get his signature.
He has been heavily linked to United and the Napoli chief confirmed that the club has rejected a huge offer from Manchester United for this player recently. With Napoli determined to hold on to their defensive asset, United need to splash big to secure his signature.
He is strong, athletic, and seems like the best person to address United’s defensive woes. It is believed that Koulibaly was one of the first names in the Special One’s bucket list and it would come as no surprise if Solskjaer sanctions the deal this winter.
Koulibaly is an exceptional talent and United’s defense would immediately be bolstered by his presence.
Sergej Milinkovic-Savic
This Lazio midfielder is one of the hottest young talents in Europe. At the tender age of 23, he has already accomplished incredible feats. The Serbian youngster is tipped to be the next big thing in Europe.
He is supremely talented and has the ability to completely control the game. He is very versatile and he is widely compared with Belgian starlet Kevin De Bruyne. Savic can be the missing piece of the jigsaw in Manchester United’s midfield.
Frenchman Paul Pogba will also benefit from Savic’s arrival and you can expect the club to go all out for him this January. Savic has been on United’s radar for quite some time now. With lots of big clubs such as Bayern Munchen, Juventus, and Real Madrid monitoring this talent, United should act fast.
United’s midfield lacks creativity and a player such as Savic is tailor-made to carry the club’s midfield going forward. After a successful spell with Lazio, even Savic will look for a fresher challenge.
Timo Werner
Werner is an incredible talent. His goal scoring capabilities and understanding of the game are commendable. Currently, he is playing in German side RB Leipzig but he may make a big money move in the summer with many top clubs like Bayern Munchen, Real Madrid, and Manchester City already in the hunt.
Given, Lukaku’s inconsistency in front of the goal and limited options, United desperately need a talisman to turn their fortune. And working with young stars has been Soksjaer’s forte.
If United manage to get him on the ranks, you can surely expect good things in the future. Werner is fast, athletic, and good with the ball. Werner can be the perfect solution to United’s sorry figure in front of the goal.
A lot is expected from United going forward especially on home soil and its high-time that they focus on a permanent solution. Werner seems to be the perfect candidate and don’t be surprised if you see a huge bid for Werner this January.
