Manchester United prioritising signing of defensive midfielder next summer

According to the MEN, a reliable source, Manchester United are prioritising a move for a 'game-changing defensive midfielder' over the next two transfer windows.

The report claims that the Red Devils are 'desperate' for someone who can come in and immediately fix the void in the middle of the park.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's preferred 'McFred' combo has drawn more flak than praises lately but the Norwegian appears to still believe in them.

Playing two box-to-box midfielders instead of one defensive midfielder cannot be a long-term solution and the sooner we sign a specialist, the better.

United coaches are believed to be working with Scott McTominay to play him in a deeper role - but again, that's not the answer to the club's problems.

Declan Rice is one of the names that always pop up for the Red Devils but West Ham's £100 million asking price has already scuppered hopes of a transfer.