How Manchester United could line up by the end of the transfer window

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has a busy summer ahead of him
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has a busy summer ahead of him

Manchester United and Real Madrid are 2 clubs that will make several changes to their squads. The Red Devils will be heavily involved in the transfer market as they look to improve their squad and get back into the Champions League. The Manchester United board will back Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in the transfer market as he looks to rebuild from scratch.

They have already signed Welshman Daniel James from Swansea for €17 million. He can play on both flanks as a winger and has electrifying pace. He will certainly not be the last signing of the window for United. Here, we look at how Manchester United could line up after the transfer window comes to an end.

Goalkeeper - David De Gea

Manchester United v Cardiff City - Premier League
Manchester United v Cardiff City - Premier League

David De Gea was unquestionably the best goalie on the planet before the start of the 2018/19 season. However, his form took a massive dip as he had one of his worst seasons ever. He made three errors leading to goals last season, and Manchester United fans want him sold. However, he is too good a player to repeat the same mistakes for consecutive seasons.

He has been linked with a move away, but Solskjaer still believes that he is a key player. They aren’t completely ready to sell him even though; they run the risk of losing him for free next summer. They could offer the 28-year-old a new contract to stay at the club.

Aaron Wan-Bissaka (RB)

Crystal Palace v Manchester City - Premier League
Crystal Palace v Manchester City - Premier League

Wan-Bissaka has attracted interest from all sorts of clubs in the Premier League, but it is Manchester United who lead the race. The England U21 star was impressive for Crystal Palace last season and his performances have been noticed by United. The English giants are keen on signing the Crystal Palace player and are ready to offer up to €60 million.

Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof (CB)

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Manchester United will go after Leicester City's Harry Maguire after his impressive performances for the Premier League club over the last 2 seasons. He has been highly consistent for England and Leicester City. He can strengthen Manchester United's back-line and with him at the heart of the defence, United will be once again become a force to reckon with.

Victor Lindelof was undoubtedly United's best centre-back last season however, the absence of a reliable partner led to the team's downfall. If the Sweden player can have a world-class centre-back partnering him, his actual prowess will be on show at Old Trafford.

Luke Shaw (LB)

Wolverhampton Wanderers v Manchester United - FA Cup Quarter Final
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Manchester United - FA Cup Quarter Final

Luke Shaw had a breakout season with the English giants as he managed to establish himself as a key player for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. He won the Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year Award and will surely be the first choice left-back for the upcoming season. He was excellent both offensively and defensively, and for United to script a turnaround, he will have to be at his best.

Nemanja Matic (DM)

Manchester United v Chelsea FC - Premier League
Manchester United v Chelsea FC - Premier League

Nemanja Matic will once again perform the role of a defensive midfielder for Manchester United. He was inconsistent last season and didn't perform at his usual best, and that might drive him to be even better in the upcoming season. However, a poor start to the season could see him being replaced by the young and talented Scott Mctominay.

Youri Tielemans (CM)

Leicester City v Chelsea FC - Premier League
Leicester City v Chelsea FC - Premier League

Youri Tielemans, who was impressive for Leicester City, has been linked with a move to Manchester United. He was one of Leicester City's best players during the 2nd half of the season as he managed to score thrice and assist on 5 occasions. He is sure to leave Monaco this summer, and it appears like the Belgian could be on his way to the Theatre of Dreams.

Bruno Fernandes (CM)

Portugal v Netherlands - UEFA Nations League Final
Portugal v Netherlands - UEFA Nations League Final

Bruno Fernandes is one of the most sought after players in the world right now and many teams are vying for his signature. United is leading the race for the talented midfielder at present, and it looks like it will remain that way. He scored a sensational 32 goals and assisted 18 times in just 53 appearances this season. He could be the perfect replacement for Paul Pogba as both of them are goal-scoring midfielders.

Anthony Martial (LW)

Manchester United v Cardiff City - Premier League
Manchester United v Cardiff City - Premier League

Anthony Martial is one of United's most technically gifted players. Although he was inconsistent last season, he is too talented a player to repeat similar performances for the 2nd continuous season. The former Monaco star scored 12 goals and assisted 3 times and will definitely be an important part of the manager's plans.

Marcus Rashford (CF)

Netherlands v England - UEFA Nations League Semi-Final
Netherlands v England - UEFA Nations League Semi-Final

Marcus Rashford was sensational during the first 2-3 months of Solskjaer's reign as he scored goals with relative ease. However, his form tailed off during the latter half of the season and his slump in form coincided with the team's poor run of form. He scored 13 goals and assisted 9 in 47 appearances. He looks set to be the club's first-choice centre-forward, and he will be vital come August.

Daniel James (RW)

Wales v Slovakia - UEFA EURO 2020 Qualifier
Wales v Slovakia - UEFA EURO 2020 Qualifier

Daniel James is Manchester United's first signing of the summer and his signing shows what Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is going after. He wants to build his team around youngsters, and he showed his intent by signing the Swansea City star. The Welshman is lightning quick and along with Rashford and Martial, he could cause some serious problems for defenders.

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