5 reasons why Manchester United should bring back Zlatan Ibrahimovic

#2 Griezmann might be available next summer

Antoine Griezmann might be available next summer

Well then, you say. If United would be better off with a supporting cast to Lukaku, why not someone who could do the job long term as well? Say, someone like Pierre-Emerick Aubemayang? Money is definitely not the deterrent; United have flexed their financial muscle enough over the past few years to rule that theory out.

Step in Antoine Griezmann. At one point during the summer, Griezmann himself reportedly said there was a six out of 10 chance he could move to Old Trafford. Atletico’s transfer ban though meant such a move was out of the question for this window at least. But since United continue to be favourites to land him when he does become available, it doesn’t make any sense to splurge on any one else at the moment.

Sign Ibrahimovic up for one season, bide your time, get Griezmann in when he becomes available next summer. So perfect in theory (If only the transfer market was that simple).