Manchester United: 3 centre-backs Ole Gunnar Solskjaer should consider buying if they fail to land Matthijs de Ligt

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

#2 Harry Maguire

Harry Maguire has shone in Leicester colours
Harry Maguire has shone in Leicester colours

Harry Maguire is one of the consistent performers in the Premier League, putting in reliable defensive shifts every week for Leicester City. The English defender is an epitome of a modern centre-back, having composure on the ball and being an imposing presence in back-four at the same time.

The 26-year-old is Man United's long-term transfer target as Jose Mourinho wanted him last summer to bolster his CB options. Solskjaer could finally go for Maguire this summer as a backup option for Matthijs de Ligt.


#1 Ruben Dias

Ruben Dias for SL Benfica
Ruben Dias for SL Benfica

Ruben Dias has made a positive impact for Benfica this season by his reliable outings in the back-line. The Portuguese defender has displayed glimpses of his potential as a complete package. Ruben dominates the aerial balls projected towards his box and is equally good with the ball at his feet.

Benfica bosses have rated the 22-year-old at €60 million and they might play the hardball should the Red Devils try and recruit Ruben Dias. Dias is an able Plan B, and his age and potential fits the bill perfectly of the player Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants in his squad.

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