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Which midfielders are on Manchester United's summer shopping list?
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The focus may well be on the remainder of the Premier League season, with just weeks until the end of the campaign, but already thoughts are turning to the summer transfer window and what clubs will be looking to do.
And while Manchester United will have a managerial appointment to confirm in the close season, it's no secret that the club will be looking to bolster its midfield options this summer, especially as they'll be saying farewell to the rejuvenated Casemiro.
It's an area that has been in dire need of an upgrade, so which midfield names will be on the shopping list for the Red Devils ahead of next season?
Adam Wharton
Pretty much ever since the midfielder established himself in Palace’s first team, he’s been linked with a move to a Champions League club, and that will only intensify this summer, especially if he goes to
the World Cup with England, too.
Wharton's laser-like vision for key passes and his ability to penetrate through the lines would be beneficial to a United side that would need more vision to help out first-class provider Bruno Fernandes.
The Eagles have become accustomed to losing their star names, and if the right money is offered by the Red Devils, then Wharton could be the latest to fly the nest.
Elliot Anderson
Anderson would add the control and drive in midfield that the team is looking for, especially with big names set to depart the club this summer. The 23-year-old would be a ready-made upgrade in that department.
Forest will likely be powerless to stop the pass master leaving and will just have to try and squeeze every penny out of their golden goose before he departs for pastures new.
A shoo-in for England's World Cup first XI, the only stumbling block could be interest from the other side of Manchester.
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Aurélien Tchouameni
If United look outside of the Premier League bubble, then their attention is towards Real Madrid's French star.
Tchouameni's contract runs for another two years, so it would take a sizeable offer to tempt the Spanish club in parting with the player, who they are keen to tie to a new deal.
However, it could be a summer of change at the club following what looks like being a trophyless season for Madrid, and that could see some movement in the playing staff if the right deal can be done.
Real Madrid
Carlos Baleba
Still only 22, Baleba has, in three seasons, shown to be one of the best defensive midfielders in the league and has the potential to get even better.
Has already been consistently linked with a move to Old Trafford, and would give them a need defensive profile in the middle, and someone who already has Premier League experience.
Given the Seagulls’ rinse-and-repeat style of recruitment, it seems likely Baleba will be next out of the door if the right offer comes in for him.
Sandro Tonali
There might be no World Cup for the Italian, but it might still be a busy summer for the midfielder as he decides on his next destination.
Moves have been made by Tonali's camp to seek a fresh challenge for their player, who would be looking for the European football he now won't get at St James' Park next season.
Tonali offers a real blend of technical skill and a drive from the midfield that would complement Kobbie Manioo and add another dimension to the middle of United's side.
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