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Transfers: United aims for Ajax defender

Erik ten Hag

Erik Ten Hag is the new manager at Old Trafford. United are heading for a major overhaul in the Summer with many players leaving. Notable players include – Paul Pogba, Edinson Cavani, and Jesse Lingard.

Ten Hag had mentioned that the squad needs at least 10 players. However, later brought down the number to at least 6. United really needs new blood in the team as they have lacked quality and passion in the squad throughout the season. This has made the team play dreadful football all season which ended up with them finishing at 6th. Moreover United have managed to concede the same amount of goals as they have scored and have a GD of 0.

At the moment, United needs new recruitment in the Summer. They need a new attacking option, A new midfielder, and at least a couple of defensive options. United had most problems in the defensive side of things compared to the attacking department. This is mostly because of the change in play style by Ole at the start of the season. Ole used to employ counter-attacking football which suited most of the team – Harry Maguire, Paul Pogba, Marcus Rashford, Aaron Wan Bissaka, etc. However, he switched to a more possession-based play as they signed Jadon Sancho and Cristiano Ronaldo. This inherently switched the team from a defensive team to an attacking one which meant more pressure on the defensive department.

The players were unable to adapt to the new system. These players won’t find any favors with Ten Hag as he employs a similar system and believes in fast-paced football. So he wants new players to fit his playstyle.

Timber to solve United’s woes

Ten Hag wants Ajax defender Jurrien Timber who is United’s top target this Summer. Timber has worked under Ten Hag in his recent venture at Ajax and is understood to have a great relationship with him. Timber, 20, lacks experience however has the will and the passion that has been missing from the United team. Moreover, he has the technical ability and is fast, and can easily employ a high line. The most interesting part is that Timber can play center back and right back solving two problems for United. Timber has a market value of 30m.

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