Manchester United will be looking to add more quality between now and the start of next season. Although it has been improved since the last campaign, it is far from a finished article and needs a few more additions to strengthen its ranks. The coming weeks will be a great opportunity for Ruben Amorim to plan by signing some big contracts in advance.
That’s because Premier League teams are now free to enter into pre-contractual agreements with players from foreign clubs who have six months remaining on their contracts. United would therefore be able to poach top talent without paying a dime in transfer fees. Many of Europe’s star players have yet to renew their existing contracts, meaning there will be no shortage of business to take care of between now and the summer.
Express Sport looks at four players who could shine for United next season…
mike meignan
Senne Lamence has been in great form since arriving at Old Trafford in the summer, but it wouldn’t hurt to give him better competition next season.
Manninan has established himself as one of Europe’s top goalkeepers over the past few years and was linked with a move to Chelsea in the summer, but the deal fell through after the Blues were unable to agree on a transfer fee with AC Milan.
It doesn’t matter if United decide to negotiate a pre-contract agreement. However, there is a good chance Maignan will seek guaranteed playing time, which could put the Red Devils in a difficult position.
Ruben Neves
The former Wolves midfielder has already been heavily linked with a move to United as his contract with Saudi Professional League side Al Hilal approaches expiry.
It’s clear that United need more quality in their midfield, and they could do far worse than signing Neves, who is already proven in the Premier League and would deliver a lot.
He has a profile that United currently lack and his arrival could potentially give the engine room another dimension. He also has strong chemistry with Bruno Fernandes, who played for Portugal and captained the Red Devils.
Dusan Vlahovic
Signing the Serbian striker could prove attractive to United, given that Benjamin Sesco is yet to really hit the ground running since his summer move to England.
Vlahovic has long been linked with a move to the Premier League, and it is reported that he intends to let his contract with Juventus expire.
If his stance remains unchanged, United could add strength to their attack by signing him on a pre-contract agreement.
Serge Gnabry
The former Arsenal man is no longer the world-class batsman he once was, but he is still more than capable of getting the job done for the Red Devils.
His experience will also be a huge plus in the dressing room and will help the club’s young players shine alongside him.
However, there are reports that Gnabry is close to extending his contract with Bayern Munich until the summer of 2028, meaning any move would be detrimental.
