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Manchester United could be one game away from solving part of their goalkeeper problem for free

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It pretty much sums up Manchester United's transfer problems that they could spend £50million on a goalkeeper this week and still have a minor crisis in that area of the pitch.

A new No.1 looks set to be the next major arrival at Carrington and barring any major hiccups it will be Andre Onana. United remain optimistic they can reunite Erik ten Hag with another of his former Ajax stars.

But while the quality of their first-choice shot-stopper would be upgraded significantly upon the 27-year-old's arrival, problems further down the pecking order have only intensified with Dean Henderson expecting to join Nottingham Forest permanently and Tom Heaton attracting Premier League interest. Want to join our MUFC Pro club for a totally ad-free version of the MEN’s Man United app packed with premium features? Click here ALSO READ: United have already been decisive with five players in the transfer market United could realistically lose all three of their senior goalkeepers this summer and the Manchester Evening News understands they would be open to signing a second shot-stopper after Onana.

But Financial Fair Play concerns could limit spending and force Ten Hag to promote from within. A lack of other options allowed Matej Kovar to enjoy 45 minutes in goal against Leeds United this week, and he was one of several academy stars to catch the eye.

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