Manchester United have plenty to consider this summer as they try to navigate the transfer market on a tight budget.
Erik ten Hag is prioritising a midfielder, preferably Mason Mount, and a striker to boost his side's attack. United scored only 58 goals in 38 Premier League games and need reinforcements.
Chelsea are playing hardball over Mount and United are keen to avoid overpaying. Their latest offer of £55million has been knocked back, though Mount wants the move and has one year left on his deal.
Harry Kane is a no-go with Daniel Levy playing his usual tricks. Again, he has a tough decision to make with the Spurs forward unlikely to pen terms on a fresh contract in North London.
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One area that United are well-stocked is out wide, particularly after the emergence of Alejandro Garnacho. The Argentine has been on a meteoric rise which has seen him rise to prominence in 12 months.
Garnacho didn't make his first appearance under Ten Hag until their last pre-season warm-up game at Old Trafford. Fast forward a year and he is now a fans' favourite and one of the most exciting players to emerge from the academy for several years. There is a reason why supporters quickly adapted their 'Viva Ronaldo' song to adorn the 18-year-old.
Such is the excitement about Garnacho both inside and outside the club, United are considering handing him the number seven shirt, vacated by his idol Ronaldo. He would become the first teenager to take the famous jersey since the Portuguese star in 2003.
Of course, there are other possible recipients. Jadon Sancho wore seven at Borussia Dortmund but has done little to justify an upgrade. Antony might fancy the switch too
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