Six players Manchester United could sign to replace Paul Pogba, including De Jong and Rice

After six years and 233 appearances with Manchester United, Paul Pogba has confirmed that he'll be leaving the club this summer upon the expiry of his contract.

The Frenchman moved to Old Trafford back in 2016 for a club-record £89million, but struggled with consistency throughout his tenure.

Now 29 years old, Pogba has decided to down his tools in Manchester and make a move this summer. Regardless of how you view his time with the Red Devils, his departure certainly leaves United's midfield department short of options.

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With Erik ten Hag now needing an influx of midfield reinforcements, Planet Sport look at six players he could sign to fill the void left by Pogba.

With Donny van de Beek also set to return to United from his Everton loan, Ten Hag's plan will be to reunite the midfield duo that helped Ajax to a Champions League semi-final.

United are reportedly ready to sign up to six new players in the summer window, and a statement signing would be a good way for Ten Hag to set the tone. Ever since he set foot in Manchester, his first priority has been to reunite with the former Ajax star.

Liverpool and Real Madrid lead the race to sign the talented French youngster, but United are certainly in the mix, and have the financial muscle to wrestle with any side.

With Ten Hag favouring a midfield three during his time at Ajax, Tchouameni could be the perfect option to add balance and energy to what will undoubtedly be a new-look Red Devils side.

Manchester United have been linked to Declan Rice for the past two years, and nothing has