Man Utd's new XI if John Murtough lands Casemiro signing and three more transfers

Manchester United will be one of the busiest Premier League clubs in the coming weeks ahead of the September 1 transfer deadline. A disastrous start to the season proved that Erik ten Hag still needed several new signings.

The Red Devils have been linked with many players as they struggle to build a stronger squad. Express Sport are looking at a potential starting XI if four of their reported targets arrive at Old Trafford.

Goalkeeper: David de Gea

There have been questions about David de Gea's ability to play within the Ten Hag system, with his ability on the ball one of the weakest areas of his game. the passing ability of Manchester City's Ederson or Liverpool's Alisson Becker.

But considering United need to improve in other positions, De Gea will surely keep his place for the rest of the season. His only competitor is veteran Tom Heaton.

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Defenders: SERGINO DEST, Raphaël Varane, Lisandro Martinez, Tyrell Malacia

United have been linked with a new right-back. Aaron Wan-Bissaka appears to be heading for an Old Trafford exit, while Diogo Dalot has been poor in the Red Devils' opening two games.

Barcelona defender Sergino Dest has been linked with the club, as has Borussia Dortmund's Thomas Meunier. Dest would be a good long-term option and Barca need to reduce their wage bill due to their well-documented financial issues.

Centre-back Raphael Varane has been on the bench in United's first two games but could return to his role if Ten Hag decides to drop Harry Maguire. Several reports claim that the head coach is considering demoting Maguire to the bench.

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Midfielder: CASEMIRO, Christian Eriksen, Bruno Fernandes

United have dropped Frenkie de Jong and Adrien Rabiot by targeting Casemiro, according to reports. report that the Brazilian is being explored as an alternative to the Red Devils' previous midfield goals.

Casemiro would be an upgrade to Ten Hag's current defensive midfield options. He would allow Christian Eriksen and Bruno Fernandes to thrive.

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