Roy Keane explains why this summer is a perfect opportunity for Manchester United's new manager

Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane believes this summer could be the ideal time for a new manager to stamp his authority at Old Trafford because of the number of players that are out of contract.

United are set to cut ties with five senior, first-team players this summer, including midfielder Paul Pogba and striker Edinson Cavani. Goalkeeper Lee Grant and midfield duo Jesse Lingard and Juan Mata are also set to depart when their current deals expire in June.

The departures will free up space in the squad for new additions, which are expected this summer, and decrease the wage bill. Furthermore, it will also see players move on that may not be considered in the new manager's plans without the need of waiting for a buyer and a transfer fee.

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But whilst the losses of high profile figures, such as Pogba and Lingard, may be considered as blows, Keane believes it could work to United's next manager's advantage. Offering his verdict on the interview process and what the main tasks could be for Ralf Rangnick's successor, he also pointed to the importance of time being granted to gain an understanding.

Keane, speaking at The Overlap Live, said: "I think everyone comes across well in an interview. You have to be a right idiot to come across badly in an interview, because, obviously, you're going to be polite and do your homework.

"I think the interview process is well and good, but [Mauricio] Pochettino's stock, just like any manager, can go up or down. It went down after the Champions League performance in Madrid where they [PSG] fell apart.

"But I still don't think you know anybody until they get into the building. We can all