Man Utd have been strongly linked with Jarrad Branthwaite. (Image: Getty)
Manchester United have three primary positions to address in INEOS' first summer transfer window in charge of football operations - a centre-back, midfielder and striker. And the Red Devils could take advantage of their Premier League rivals' financial issues to enjoy a productive start in the market.
United have been linked with an array of centre-backs, which is said to be the club's top priority position to strengthen after Raphael Varane's departure.
Jonny Evans could also leave as a free agent, while Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof are entering the final year of their contracts.
Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite is reportedly at the summit of United's shortlist but could be priced out of a move if his £70million price tag doesn't lower.
The 21-year-old is left-footed but can also play on the right side of a centre-back pairing and looks to be viewed as Varane's long-term successor.
The Red Devils have also been touted as surprise suitors for Trevoh Chalobah, who is expected to leave Chelsea and is valued at around £25m.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall has been linked with Man Utd. (Image: Getty)
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Midfielders
Plenty of change is also expected in midfield this summer, with Casemiro likely to headline United's big-name departures amid interest from Saudi Arabia.
Christian Eriksen is also set to leave, while Sofyan Amrabat is due to return to Fiorentina if United don't trigger the £21m buy option in his contract.
Branthwaite's team-mate Amadou Onana has also been linked with a switch and could be available for around £50m.
The 22-year-old's physicality and ball-winning ability might make him the perfect midfield partner for Kobbie Mainoo and Bruno Fernandes.
United have also been credited with an interest in Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, who was set to be available for as low as £20m if Leicester City didn't get promoted. The Foxes' Premier League return will complicate his exit.
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