Manchester United want to replace Paul Pogba with Barcelona duo, Solskjaer ready to let six players leave this summer and more Manchester United Transfer News: June 17, 2019

#1 United want to replace Pogba with Coutinho or Rakitic

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Today's biggest news of the day comes from Mundo Deportivo. With Paul Pogba leaving no stones unturned to carve an exit route from Old Trafford, United have begun preparations to recruit his replacement. And they have already identified two targets - Barcelona stars Philippe Coutinho and Ivan Rakitic.

Coutinho already has his heart set on a move out of Camp Nou this summer, after failing to impress since moving from Liverpool in January 2018. He could be a fine addition to this United team, but Old Trafford might not be the Brazilian's first choice.

Rakitic, on the other hand, has been a quiet servant for the Catalans for years now, and was a vital component in their midfield last season. However, he is 31 years old and Barcelona are open to hearing offers from him. Even though he is an entirely different player to Pogba, Rakitic could succeed at Old Trafford and will probably be a more like for like replacement for Ander Herrera.

Only time will tell if United manage to get one or both by the end of this summer.

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