Joao Neves continues to sit on the tip of Man United's tongue after becoming the latest graduate from Benfica's well-established academy
The merry-go-round that is Manchester United's transfer rumour mill continues to rumble on with nearly a new name linked with a move to Old Trafford every day.
Scott McTominay, Christian Eriksen and Casemiro did the job when needed but there always seemed to be a lack of world class quality. The task on the club's newly constructed hierarchy's hands is recruiting that quality ahead of next season. It's a predicament and will be no easy ask to get the right combination in midfield. But what would Ten Hag's dream midfield trio look like for the first game of the season against Fulham in August?United and Portuguese wonderkids have a history of working out. Neves seems to be the number one target for United and when watching him play, it's obvious why. 88.5% pass completion rate last season with 56 passes leading to a shot, for a player who sits deep, is impressive.
Something Ten Hag's side really lacked last year was a solid base with two midfielders sat in front of the defenders.This one is more of an alternative to Neves. A slightly different profile in midfield but someone who would improve Ten Hag's options. Gallagher has proved to be a quality Premier League player over the last two seasons but Chelsea's own FFP concerns mean he's in the shop window.
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