Man Utd officials are looking to replace a first-team star as they are ‘a long way off’ their Premier League rivals in a key position, according to one source.
The Red Devils were held to a 1-1 draw by Leicester City in their last outing. They went behind in the 63rd minute when Kelechi Iheanacho connected with a James Maddison cross to beat David de Gea.
Luckily for Ralf Rangnick, Fred dragged Manchester United level just minutes later. He reacted first to a Kasper Schmeichel save, smashing into the roof of the net from close range.
United sit seventh after 30 matches, having won 14 of them. Competition for the final Champions League place comes from Tottenham, Arsenal and West Ham.
Ultimately, the Manchester club wants to be back at the summit of the Premier League. They are way behind Liverpool, Manchester City and Chelsea as things stand.
The appointment of Erik ten Hag could help them catch up, although several players will need to be moved on.
Man Utd player to be replaced
CaughtOffside claim right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka is one of the regulars who could leave.
According to one of their sources, United chiefs recognise they are far behind Liverpool and City in his position.
Trent Alexander-Arnold and Reece James are deadly in the final third, putting in perfect crosses for their team-mates. City can rely on Joao Cancelo to do that on the left side, while right-back Kyle Walker uses his pace to break up opposition attacks.
The source said: “United are a long…
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