Matthijs de Ligt signs, Rodrygo deal – Man United can build dream XI with four huge transfers

Erik ten Hag will be eager to strengthen his squad before the Premier League season kicks off next week. Manchester United already welcomed a few new faces to Old Trafford this summer, signing Leny Yoro from Lille and Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna.

However, unfortunately, the former suffered a fractured metatarsal during the Red Devils' pre-season tour of the United States, ruling him out of action for up to three months. Yoro was brought in to significantly upgrade United's backline, but Ten Hag will be forced to start the campaign without the teenage defender.

While Zirkzee looks to be a top signing, there's still plenty of work to be done in the summer transfer window. So, with that being said, the Manchester Evening News have looked at how the Red Devils could set up against Fulham on the opening weekend of the new season.

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Andre Onana should remain between the sticks. Despite some questionable results during his debut campaign at Old Trafford, the 28-year-old goalkeeper showed glimpses of great promise.

The club's poor defensive record can be largely attributed to a weak backline, a lack of protection in midfield and – of course – injuries. At left-back, Manchester United have Luke Shaw, who – on his day – is one of the best full-backs in the Premier League, maybe even Europe.

Unfortunately, he had struggled to stay fit in recent times, so Ratcliffe will hope Tyrell Malacia can step up to the plate once he return from the treatment room. To climb back into the top four and achieve Champions League qualification,