Things are not going to plan as far as Manchester United’s wish to overhaul their midfield is concerned. Coming into this summer, INEOS were expected to make at least two, if not three, quality midfield signings.
Casemiro, whose time at Manchester United was coming to an end, needed replacing, and after the monstrous season he produced, that was always going to be tricky.
Beyond the Brazilian, there was also a need to upgrade on Manuel Ugarte, who has unfortunately failed to find his footing at Old Trafford.
Replacing the two and landing one more quality midfielder was what United needed to do.
So far, they have only agreed a deal for one midfielder, Ederson, which is a great signing.