Manchester United have made their worst league start in almost 40 years, with a 1-1 draw against Chelsea leaving them on 12 points from 10 games. This poor start has put them in a difficult position in the standings. The team’s toothlessness has been a major concern, as they have led for only 90 minutes in the league this season, with 55 of those minutes coming against struggling Southampton. Only Southampton and Crystal Palace have scored fewer goals than United in the league so far.
With Ruben Amorim set to take over as the permanent manager on November 11, there is hope for a turnaround, but it will require rapidly rebuilding squad to get back on track. Infact, United’s squad rebuilding needs are extensive with improvements needed in defense, midfield, and attack. Addressing these areas with strategic signings and managerial support will be crucial for the club to return to its former glory.
Here we take a look at three players Manchester United must sell to bring in young talent.
Antony
Antony is the first player Manchester United should seriously contemplate parting ways with. Since his high-profile transfer from Ajax, the Brazilian professional has failed to live upto the expectations at Old Trafford. His attacking output has been underwhelming and a single goal in 29 Premier League appearances last season drew criticism from fans, raising questions about his value to the team.
Moreover, Brazilian winger’s substantial wages add a significant financial burden to the club. With Manchester outfit aiming to balance their books and invest in new talent, offloading Antony could free up valuable resources.
The incoming manager, Ruben Amorim, also does not see the Antony as part of his long-term plans, indicating a lack of confidence in the highly renumerated player’s future at the club. Additionally, Red Devils are reportedly targeting better alternatives, such as Raphinha from Barcelona, to strengthen their squad. By acknowledging the costly mistake and moving on, Manchester United can focus on rebuilding a more competitive and financially stable team.
Christian Eriksen
The second player Manchester outfit should seriously consider offloading is Christian Eriksen, and there are several compelling reasons for this move. Prime reason s that the Danish midfielder is currently in the final year of his contract, meaning the club risks losing him for free at the end of the season if no new deal is agreed. By selling Eriksen now, United could secure some financial compensation.
Furthermore, despite his improved performances this season, the highest capped footballer for Denmark is not part of incoming manager Ruben Amorim’s long-term plans. The club is reportedly eyeing other players to replace him, suggesting that his future at Old Trafford is uncertain. Concerns about his ability to maintain form and fitness in the long term is also a cause of concern. By selling him now, United could focus on bringing in younger, more dynamic players who can offer consistent contributions.
Victor Lindelof
Another player which Manchester United should offload is Victor Lindelof. The Swedish defender has struggled with consistency and injuries, limiting his impact on the team. With his contract set to expire next year and no signs of a renewal, United risk losing him for free if they don’t act now. Financial prudence dictates that offloading him would secure some return on their investment. Additionally, incoming manager has indicated that he will preferring to rebuild the squad with younger and more dynamic defenders, meaning that Lindelof is not in his long-term plans.
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