Although Erik ten Hag hinted that a seventh player might join on deadline day, Manchester United is anticipated to close the transfer market with six new additions.
The first transfer window for Erik ten Hag at Manchester United is almost done, and it's been a busy one.
On the day of the deadline, Erik ten Hag is vigilant.
Tyrell Malacia, Christian Eriksen, Lisandro Martinez, Casemiro, and Antony are the five players the Red Devils have signed so far this summer. Newcastle goalkeeper Martin Dubravka is anticipated to complete a loan move on deadline day.
Though they were successful in luring six players to Old Trafford, Jurrien Timber, Darwin Nunez, Frenkie de Jong, and Adrien Rabiot were among those they failed to sign. Their inability to sign De Jong was a particularly disappointing setback because of Ten Hag's main midfield objective being the Barcelona star.
United supporters aren't anticipating any significant developments as the summer window approaches its final day. Could there be one more surprise, though? Ten Hag doesn't necessarily rule that out.
On Wednesday, Ten Hag responded to a question regarding United's plans for deadline day: "Will the signings come to an end with Anthony's contract? I believe that this window will come to a close. However, as a premier team, you must constantly be vigilant when there is a wonderful opportunity."
United has demonstrated awareness in prior summers. They swooped for Cristiano Ronaldo around this time last year when Juventus made him available in the closing days of the transfer window. Rivals Manchester City also wanted to acquire his services, but United prevailed.
On the day of the deadline, Erik ten Hag is vigilant.
One name is frequently mentioned in relation to potential signings for United: Sergino Dest. During their time together at Ajax, Ten Hag collaborated with the 21-year-old Barcelona right-back, Dest, who played 35 games across all competitions in the 2019–20 season.
According to the Manchester Evening News, United and Barcelona have had preliminary discussions on signing Dest on a season-long loan. The three-year contract of the USA international is up in three years, although he has not participated in a single La Liga match this season.
According to rumors, United saw Dest as an improvement over Aaron Wan-Bissaka, who is second in line to Diogo Dalot at Old Trafford. Dest, who contributed three assists in 21 La Liga games last season, is more powerful than the Englishman in attacking areas.
Wan-Bissaka, 24, didn't record an assist in his 20 Premier League games previous season, in contrast. In 132 Premier League games, the former Crystal Palace defender, who cost United £50 million, has contributed just two goals and 11 assists.
Wan-Bissaka won't necessarily depart Old Trafford on deadline day despite Dest's likely arrival. In actuality, no other players are anticipated to leave United before the four-month transfer window closes, with the possible exception of James Garner, who Everton are interested in signing.
Ten Hag said, "Aaron is in and we will keep [him]; he will stay in. "As a result, this squad will operate from September through at least January. The entire season will be spent playing with this group."
Despite the fact that Ten Hag is content with his team, football is a silly sport. On deadline day, if a target becomes available, supporters should prepare for United to strike. Keep checking back!
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