Lee Sharpe believes Man United should target Adam Wharton and Sandro Tonali in the summer.
Speaking to Bet Wright, the former United winger said: “Adam Wharton and Sandro Tonali would be a fantastic pairing to sign in the summer transfer window. Elliot Anderson has been brilliant for Nottingham Forest, but Wharton’s profile is more tailored to a holding midfielder, whilst Anderson is more creative.
“Carlos Baleba is a link who hasn’t had the best of seasons for Brighton. He’s a good player and I feel like the prior interest from the club may have turned his head and affected his performances a bit.
“It is vital that Manchester United sign two central midfielders in the summer. The club are losing Casemiro and things haven’t quite worked out for Manuel Ugarte, so they’ll need to strengthen in that area in the transfer window.
“Manuel Ugarte has struggled since he arrived; he doesn’t look the same kind of player, and he looks low on confidence. Casemiro leaving will be a big miss – not just on the pitch, but his experience in the dressing room and around the younger players; he’s a big presence and they’re big shoes to fill.
“The club need midfielders that can complement and challenge Kobbie Mainoo to get the best out of him. It’s no good having players sat on their laurels and expecting to play every week, especially if they achieve the Champions League. They’ll be in four competitions and need strength in depth.”
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