� Erik ten Hag wants a credible competitor for Harry Maguire, who is not certain of retaining the captaincy.

� Erik ten Hag will inherit 13 defenders who have played for the #mufc first-team and the bloated department could delay the arrival of a new centre-back.

� #mufc believe they will have to sell in order to reinforce their defence amid interest in signing a centre-back.

� Figures at #mufc regard Luke Shaw as a top drawer full-back despite his comedown from a superb 2020-21 season and European Championship campaign with England.

� Eric Bailly and Phil Jones have outlined their intention to leave #mufc to teammates while Axel Tuanzebe is also available for transfer, although sources have described his situation as "delicate".
[Samuel Luckhurst, MEN