5 players who would make Manchester United's attack unstoppable

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For a club as prestigious as Manchester United, it is appalling to say the least, to end a season devoid of any major silverware. The club has not won the league for 5 years now which is the longest title drought in the Premier League era for the Red Devils and it goes without saying that the fans are now desperate for success.

In the last season, they finished runners-up in The Premier League and FA Cup, but the case in Europe's top flight was even worse. Jose Mourinho's side crashed out of UEFA Champions League by suffering a giant killing at the hands of Sevilla in the Round of 16.

As such, the team management will have to remain hyperactive in the ongoing transfer window in order to ensure success next season. One area where they need to show special interest is the attack which has not been up to scratch thus far.

The only major signing clinched by Jose Mourinho in the aforementioned aspect came in the form of Alexis Sanchez who has been majorly underwhelming as yet.

On that note, here are the 5 superstars who boast the potential to solve Manchester United's offensive woes.

Also Read: 5 players that would make Real Madrid's attack unstoppable


#5 Dele Alli

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Tottenham's star

Dele Alli is a prized asset of Tottenham Hotspur for many different reasons. He is not only a creative player who can find crucial breakthroughs for his team, but the fact that he brings out the best in his team mates is a quality that Manchester United gravely needs right now.

Harry Kane is a great example of how Alli influences the players around him. The prolific goal scorer's success has not come entirely due to his individual brilliance but can partly be attributed to Spurs' creative midfield, which Dele Alli is a fulcrum of.

At Manchester United, his presence will immensely help Jose Mourinho exploit Romelu Lukaku's flair to the full as the 22 year old can constantly feed him with neat assists.

The Englishman had a stellar campaign last term during which he notched up 14 goals and engineered 17 assists across all competitions.

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#4 Willian

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Willian has long been linked to Manchester United

It is not news anymore that The Red Devils are actively working towards luring Chelsea winger, Willian to Old Trafford. After all the Brazilian is the ideal solution for Mourinho's troubles at the right flank.

Willian is a technically gifted player who can slalom past opponents with ease and the Portuguese manager is fully aware of his genius. At the end of the day, it was Jose Mourinho who beat Tottenham to sign Willian in 2013 during his tenure at Chelsea.

At the moment the 29 year old is unhappy, and Manchester United could ultimately use this to their advantage and land the want-away Brazilian.

#3 Robert Lewandowski

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Lewandowski is a consistent figure in Bundesliga

Needless to say, Lewandowski has merchandised himself as one of the most lethal strikers in the years gone by. Since his arrival from Borussia Dortmund in 2014, the Polish center-forward has inspired Bayern to 4 consecutive league titles.

In the recent season, he managed a total of 41 goals in 48 appearances, which itself speaks volumes of his finishing ability.

The 29 year old would be an excellent replacement to Romelu Lukaku who has failed to live up to his full potential in his debut season.

#2 Gareth Bale

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Awe-inspiring!

Gareth Bale has fallen down the pecking order under Zidane owing to his proneness to injury, and his berth has now been appropriated by the talented duo of Lucas Vazquez and Marco Asensio.

In consequence, the dearth of game time has forced the Welshman to want a move away from the Santiago Bernabeu, with a return to the Premier League on the cards.

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While Manchester United's left flank is is over-saturated with players like Alexis Sanchez, Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial, the right wing does not possess any prominent names.

Gareth Bale could be a perfect addition to this squad, helping the team tear apart highly defensive rearguards via his attacking runs and speed.

#1 Kylian Mbappe

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A potential Ballon d'Or winner?

The way Mbappe has shot to fame in the past couple of years is one for the books. After a cracking season with Monaco, he joined Paris Saint-Germain on loan last summer (with an agreement to sign him permanently for €180 million on the cards) and also cemented his position in the national side with his valuable contributions in World Cup 2018, particularly a ripper of a performance against Argentina which sent France into the quarter-final.

Consequently Manchester United fans are already clamoring for his signing, and frankly it is much needed. The wunderkind is only 19 years of age, and will be a sterling acquisition in the long run.

Nevertheless, the task will be a bit difficult to pull off as many top-notch clubs including the likes of Real Madrid and Manchester City are in close pursuit of the French starlet.

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Edited by Anthony Akatugba Jr.