The winners and losers from potential Manchester United Roberto De Zerbi move

With Sir Jim Ratcliffe ‘not completely sold’ on Erik ten Hag as Manchester United manager, the door opens ajar for a possible changeover during the summer.

INEOS have already started to sanction backroom staff alterations and will want all their ducks in a row ahead of an important transfer window. Sir Dave Brailsford is completing his extensive audit of the club and will likely recommend changes in various departments.-

There is a thought that the new regime will decide upon Ten Hag’s future before the end of the campaign in case a replacement is needed in time for pre-season. If the Dutchman is shown the door, then Roberto De Zerbi is one consideration for INEOS, MEN Sport understands.

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The Italian is known for his direct and high intensity style of play, where explosive transitions and width are essential. That would impact United’s summer transfer plans and the types of players they would keep and allow to leave.

Some current players may be more delighted to see him arrive than others. Here is who would and who would not benefit from De Zerbi’s appointment.

Andre Onana

The goalkeeper has hardly been sturdy in his maiden season but does have ability with his feet. De Zerbi’s attacking phases starts with the ‘keeper, who acts like a third centre-back and Onana, for now, fits that bill.

Diogo Dalot

The right-back has shown his credentials going forward, which would put him ahead of Aaron Wan-Bissaka in the pecking order. De Zerbi is keen for his full-backs to overlap and underlap his wingers and Dalot is the best at that at the club.

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