Teun Koopmeiners has told Manchester United what they would want to hear amid transfer links

Ahead of this forthcoming summer's transfer window, Manchester United are already being linked with a catalogue of players.

Following the arrival of Sir Jim Ratcliffe and the Ineos Group, big changes are expected to take place at Old Trafford ahead of next season. United plan to become more proactive in the seller's market, with a record number of sales planned.

They also plan to be active in the buyer's market, with the club keen to add fresh blood to their ranks. It is understood that a full-back, a centre-back, a midfielder and a forward feature on their wish list.

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Though the four aforementioned positions need strengthening, it has been argued that strengthening in midfield should be United's leading objective. Casemiro has regressed this season, so much so he could be sold, meaning United could make signing a new midfielder their leading priority.

Among the cluster of midfielders United have been linked with is Atalanta ace Teun Koopmeiners. The Dutchman, who turned 26 last month, has been closely linked with a move to M16, likewise Liverpool.

He has been on Atalanta's books since 2021 and has scored 26 goals and registered 12 assists in 112 appearances. Of those respective tallies, 12 goals and four assists have been recorded this season.

Amid such impressive numbers, it is hardly surprising he is being linked with such prestigious clubs. And such links have prompted the midfielder to admit he would like to leave Atalanta in this summer's window, citing England as a realistic destination.

Speaking to Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf during the