Forget Baleba: Man Utd must break the bank for 25yo PL star who could transform their midfield

Manchester United are set to undergo a complete overhaul of their midfield this summer.

Casemiro will leave United when his contract expires at the end of June.

Manuel Ugarte has struggled to consistently impress over the past 20 months, and the Uruguayan could also be moved on this summer.

As a result, the Red Devils may need to recruit at least two elite midfielders capable of immediately raising the quality of the squad while also strengthening the depth.

Elliott Anderson, Carlos Baleba and Adam Wharton are high on the transfer shortlist.

In our view, United could instantly transform their midfield into a powerhouse if they secure Newcastle United star Sandro Tonali.

The Red Devils lost to Newcastle on Wednesday evening and Tonali was one of the standout performers.

The 25-year-old covered a huge amount of grass, especially after Jacob Ramsey received his marching orders.

He is typically a central midfielder but has impressed in a more defensive role this campaign.

Like Ugarte, the Italian is an aggressive ball-winner, but he offers far greater composure and technical quality on the ball.

Now entering the prime years of his career, Tonali has begun to look every inch like a midfield leader capable of dictating the tempo of matches.

Having already gained three seasons of experience in the Premier League, he could replicate the immediate impact that Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo have made since arriving at Old Trafford.

Convincing Newcastle to part ways with such a key player would undoubtedly be difficult, but United could test their resolve if they are willing to pay a substantial premium.

The Red Devils need instant solutions in midfield. Tonali is the answer to their problems and is arguably even better than Baleba.

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Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .