Harry Kane alternative and Jadon Sancho exit - Manchester United 2023/2024 transfer predictions

Manchester United are heading into the summer half-blind with the takeover process still not completed.

Erik ten Hag is unsure about exactly what transfer budget he will receive, although has insisted that he will be able to carry out his transfer plans. They include a new centre-forward and a fresh midfielder at a minimum.

Meanwhile, United are set to fund arrivals by selling current squad members as the Reds operate within Financial Fair Play rules following last summer’s £225m spend. Harry Maguire and Anthony Martial are among those who could be shown the door.

There is a lot of time to go between now and deadline day on September 1. Our United writers take a crack at predicting what might unfold in the coming months regarding transfers.

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Plans are in place for another busy summer of business at Old Trafford, but they are currently on hold given the uncertain takeover situation that still lacks clarity. Ten Hag has made it his priority to sign at least one striker in the coming months, and the calibre of player they target will be heavily influenced by what happens with the ownership situation.

Harry Kane remains the dream target and has been described as Ten Hag's 'obsession', but the club is operating as if he won't be available, given the club-record fee he'd demand and Tottenham's reluctance to sell to a domestic rival. That won't change unless United come into some serious money.

They are looking at alternatives, and Rasmus Hojlund looks to be a lot more attainable, albeit with much more of a risk. Mason Mount has already agreed personal terms on a potential transfer, but the two clubs are still far apart on their valuation of the