3) Marco Parolo – Parma
The Italian, who was part of his country’s World Cup squad, is by no means a household name – but he actually made more tackles in Serie A last season (130) than any other player – including Vidal. His industry and work-rate in the middle is combined with composure on the ball – and the fact he’s developed late (he’s already 29-years-old) should not perhaps discourage United from picking him up for a probably small fee.