Sancho returns, Zirkzee role clear - How new-look Manchester United could line-up next season
manchestereveningnews.co.ukManchester United’s starting 11 could look very promising ahead of the 2024-25 Premier League season. Erik ten Hag’s side finished a record-low eighth last season but the FA Cup victory over Manchester City saved him from an exit amid speculation over his future at Old Trafford and the Dutchman has since had his contract extended by a year.
United are set to announce the signing of Netherlands international Joshua Zirkzee in the coming days for a reported fee of £36m as Ineos look to hand Ten Hag a squad capable of battling for major titles.
Zirkzee has been touted as a promising prospect for some time now but only truly flourished at Bologna this season - under former Italian international Thiago Motta - contributing with 19 goal involvements in 37 domestic appearances. READ MORE: Manchester United preparing to announce Joshua Zirkzee transfer amid debut decision READ MORE: Manchester United transfer deal 'confirmed' by agent The Dutchman is a traditional centre-forward whose main attributes include pace and an aerial threat as he stands at 6ft 4in.
He will provide competition for last year’s marquee signing Rasmus Højlund who impressed in patches during his first season in English football.
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