Manchester United transfer news RECAP Erik ten Hag Man Utd updates, Paul Pogba and Timber latest

Manchester United are preparing for the start of the Erik ten Hag era - as the newly-appointed Dutchman turns his attentions to the upcoming recruitment drive. Ten Hag was chosen to replace Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as manager last month and has taken charge of Ajax for the final time.

After steering the Amsterdam giants to a third Eredivisie title in four seasons, the 52-year-old is starting to put his plans in place at Old Trafford - but which players and how many will he sign when getting down to business during the summer transfer window?

United have identified Frenkie de Jong from Barcelona and Leeds talisman Kalvin Phillips as two potential signings for the engine room, while Ajax starlets Jurrien Timber and Antony have been tipped to follow former manager Ten Hag to Manchester after bursting on to the European scene in the Eredivisie.

A recap of the day's United news.

Speaking of Jurrien Timber.

Last week, Sky Germany reported Bayern Munich had reached out to the Ajax defender's representatives over a potential summer move, having received a glowing recommendation from Louis van Gaal.

However, their latest story on the matter now concerns United's interest and claims Bayern are fearful he will move to Old Trafford instead.

Manchester United have stepped up their preparations for their final game of the season.

A quirk in the fixture list due to Chelsea's involvement in the FA Cup final means United had last weekend off from action, giving them over two weeks to get ready for their last match against Crystal Palace. It appears that Ralf Rangnick's side hasn't got much to play for but a victory will ensure they aren't overtaken by West Ham United, who face Brighton, and slip into the UEFA Conference League.

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