Manchester United are plotting some major changes to their squad this summer if recent reports are to be believed, with Louis van Gaal preparing for three big-name departures by targeting three replacements.
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The Red Devils will want to improve on their fourth place finish in the Premier League this season, with van Gaal set to splash the cash on some big names in order to turn his side into title contenders again.
However, United will also have to contend with some high-profile exits, some more damaging than others…
Out – Angel Di Maria
Wanted by Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich, Angel Di Maria could be on his way out of Manchester United after just one season having failed to find his best form at Old Trafford, the Independent reports.
In – Marco Reus
An ideal replacement, Marco Reus could join from Borussia Dortmund after rumours in the Daily Star that United want to sign the German for around £50m.
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Out – David de Gea
Strongly linked with Real Madrid, David de Gea was pictured in the Spanish capital this week as a move to the Bernabeu seems to be edging ever closer.
In – Hugo Lloris
An ideal replacement in goal, there is speculation that United could raid their Premier League rivals Tottenham Hotspur for the signing of French goalkeeper Hugo Lloris, according to the Daily Star.
Out – Robin van Persie
Linked with Juventus and other Italian clubs in Gazzetta dello Sport, Robin van Persie is another big name at United whose future looks to be in serious doubt after a frustrating season disrupted by injuries.
In – Gonzalo Higuain
In a possible £42m move, Napoli striker and long-time Arsenal target Gonzalo Higuain could join United and replace the likes of van Persie and the departing loan flop Radamel Falcao up front, according to the Metro.
