Manchester United: 3 things Mourinho has to get right this season

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This has Alex Sandro written all over it. As it stands, at Old Trafford, Luke Shaw's future hangs in the balance. Ashley Young is 33-years-old and only recently made the role his. United need a player who can join in attack and put in a shift defensively as well.

While Young is a great asset for the team when they go forward, his defensive capabilities are often suspect. Mourinho has to ensure that he covers all bases before the new season starts so as to avoid all the mistakes from the previous one.

Alex Sandro is pacy and can cross the ball well. He has been plying his trade for Juventus and therefore, he will not have any problems fitting into a high-profile club such as Manchester United.

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