Manchester United are in need of reinforcements this summer in order to close the gap on Manchester City and overhaul the turgid playing style on show at Old Trafford, that much is clear.
One position where additions are especially needed is midfield, with the need to support Paul Pogba in a better way, the departure of Michael Carrick and the potential loss of the unpopular Marouane Fellaini as well.
The man Jose Mourinho has clearly identified as the first piece in the jigsaw in terms of moving forward and catching Pep Guardiola’s side is Fred, valued at £28.8m by Transfermarkt, but reported to be costing United in the region of £52m.
The Brazilian international has broken off from his World Cup preparations with Brazil – who beat Croatia 2-0 at Anfield yesterday – to travel to Carrington for a medical and that has got the United fans excited.
They want to see Fred in the red shirt as soon as possible and we’ve taken a look at some of the most enthusiastic reponses…
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