Manchester United transfer news is sure to come thick and fast in the coming months, but some of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s summer targets seem to have already been revealed.
The Norwegian tactician has just landed the job at Old Trafford on a permanent basis, and is now keen to strengthen a number of areas of this somewhat mismatched squad he inherited from Jose Mourinho.
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Here’s a look at the eight names rumoured to be on his list…
Gareth Bale (Real Madrid)
One of the best wingers in the world on his day, it’s not worked out for Bale at Real Madrid in recent times and he’s surely off this summer.
According to i, the Wales international could be on United’s agenda yet again after numerous links between the player and the club in the past.
Jadon Sancho (Borussia Dortmund)
Another top class attacking player, Jadon Sancho is also a name attracting plenty of interest at the moment, with the England international arguably the most exciting young player on the planet.
The 19-year-old, like Bale, seems ideally suited to United’s style of play and would be an ideal replacement for flop signing Alexis Sanchez.
Kalidou Koulibaly (Napoli)
Tipped to cost over £100million, Kalidou Koulibaly could be on the move this summer and has been linked several times with Man Utd.
The Senegal international seems like just the kind of Virgil van Dijk-esque signing the Red Devils need to compete with Liverpool and Man City next season.
Raphael Varane (Real Madrid)
Another big name centre-back, Raphael Varane is also said to be on MUFC’s radar this summer.
The France international’s Real Madrid future is in some doubt, so could follow team-mate Bale in swapping the Bernabeu for Old Trafford.
Samuel Umtiti (Barcelona)
Another world class CB, Samuel Umtiti also faces an uncertain future this summer as Barcelona chase the signing of Matthijs de Ligt.
The Ajax wonderkid will be expensive, meaning Barca may have to sell to help fund the deal, which has reportedly put United on red alert.
Harry Maguire (Leicester City)
Linked with United last summer, i claim Leicester City’s Harry Maguire could be on the club’s agenda again this year.
The England international has been superb for the Foxes and is surely ready to make the step up to playing for United or another elite European giant.
Joachim Andersen (Sampdoria)
Finally, a lesser known young player, Joachim Andersen has shown himself to be a bright prospect at Sampdoria.
One of the cheaper options for the Red Devils, the 22-year-old Dane could be the next Victor Lindelof at Old Trafford if given the chance.
Bruno Fernandes (Sporting Lisbon)
Finally, an in-form attacking midfielder, Bruno Fernandes has shone at Sporting Lisbon and has been linked with a number of big names.
The Portuguese ace looks an ideal fit for MUFC under Solskjaer, and i claim he’s one of the eight names who could join the club this summer.