Manchester United have lost 11 times in 50 games this season. They were eliminated from the EFL Cup in an unforeseen defeat to Bristol City, and stand an extremely slim chance (estimated at less than 1%) at winning the Premier League, trailing Manchester City by a huge 16 points at second place.
The Red Devils are also out of the Champions League after losing 2-1 at home to Spanish side Sevilla, although in all fairness they were not considered one of the 5 favorites to win the tournament.
Manchester United will look to make some huge summer signings in order to get back their form circa the Ferguson era and win the Premier League for the first time since 2013.
Sokratis Papasthatopoulos is arguably the most consistent center-back in the Bundesliga today, playing a critical role in leading the Dortmund defense.
He is known for his very physical style of play, and tactical tackles, as well as his superior passing skills.
Sokratis is the undisputed leader in the Dortmund defense, steering the backline and helping his younger teammates whenever possible. It is only fitting that his nickname among his teammates is "Papa".
Jose Mourinho has identified the center-back position as one which is in dire needs of improvement, with the futures of Phil Jones and Chris Smalling uncertain, Marcos Rojo constantly on the injury table, and new signing Victor Lindelof in bad form.
According to the Daily Mirror, the Red Devils have sent scouts to monitor the 29-year old Greek international and will look to sign him for a fee in excess of £20 million when the transfer window reopens.
Abdoulaye Doucoure has been one of the best, most consistent players in Watford this season, scoring 7 goals in 30 appearances, more than any other player in the club this season.
Doucoure has been the heart of the Hornets' midfield, playing short passes, dribbling on occasion, and making defensive contributions when needed. The Frenchman is also known for motivating and leading his teammates regularly.
His physical, box-to-box style of play has led to him attracting interest from Manchester United. Jose Mourinho is reportedly very impressed with Doucoure's athleticism, power, and technical ability and thinks he that he could probably make a huge impression at the Manchester club.
The French player is seen as a replacement to Marouane Fellaini, Manchester United's best box-to-box player, who is set to leave the Reds for Italy this summer.
According to the Metro, Watford will not allow Doucoure to leave for a low price but would listen for the right price. Manchester United is reportedly ready to make a big offer for the Frenchman of around £40 million.
The best player in Inter Milan this season is definitely Mauro Icardi. The Argentine striker has carried Internazionale to fifth place in the Serie A this season, scoring 18 goals in 23 appearances. The Inter captain has been the driving force behind the Nerazzurri's rise in the standings of Serie A, averaging 4 key passes, 1 chance, and 2 defensive actions this season.
Mauro Icardi's contract includes a release clause around €110 million. Inter Milan have been rushing to renew Icardi's contract, as €110 million is nothing for a player of Icardi's quality in the current transfer climate. However, he has been linked with a move to Manchester this summer, with the club willing to pay his release clause, according to The Guardian.
This would be a good move for the Reds, as they have been lacking in strikers, with Romelu Lukaku being the only natural striker in the squad. His signing would also enable them to play in their preferred 4-2-2-2 formation much more effectively, as there would be 2 natural strikers, in Icardi and Lukaku.
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