Erik ten Hag's transfer targets, Cristiano Ronaldo's future and Man United changes explained

Manchester United finally have their man, with Erik ten Hag confirmed as their new manager.

The club confirmed the appointment on Thursday, with Ten Hag set to take over at Old Trafford at the end of the season. He becomes United’s fifth permanent manager since Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement in 2013 and will arrive at a crucial time for the club.

The 52-year-old will have plenty on his plate when he arrives in the summer. He’ll find himself picking up the pieces after a dismal season, with a major rebuild in the offing as a number of players depart, while new signings are desperately needed.

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There has already been plenty of speculation as to what we could see from Ten Hag this summer as he gets to work building his squad. As well as making new signings, there will be plenty of interest in some of those currently at the club.

Following the announcement of Ten Hag’s appointment on Thursday, MEN Sport’s senior football writer Tyrone Marshall hosted a Q&A as he answered fans’ burning questions. The new manager’s transfer priorities proved to be the main topic of discussion.

Q: How accurate are reports that Erik ten Hag could make up to 10 new signings this summer. Is this an exaggerated number? What do you think this summer's overhaul will look like?

TM: This number came from Ralf Rangnick's press conference after the game at Anfield on Tuesday when he said there could be 'six, seven, eight, maybe 10 new players'. Rangnick was very honest and pretty angry after the defeat to Liverpool, but it's clear the squad does need an overhaul, although 10 new signings is unrealistic.

I'd expect at least one midfielder, a striker, perhaps another winger, a