Manchester United defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka has admitted he's been working on improving the attacking side of his game.
Erik ten Hag has nominated two new first-team players from Manchester United's academy
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Manchester United's season gets underway after the weekend and the final preparations are being made for the opening game.
Erik ten Hag won the Carabao Cup, secured qualification for the Champions League and helped restore the connection between fans and the players in his first year in charge at Old Trafford and further improvement in 2023/24 is expected.
As part of a new series ahead of the upcoming season, this publication has looked at each position in United's squad and each player's aims, so this article will take a closer look at the midfielders in the squad.
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Here's everything you need to know regarding the club's midfielders...
Casemiro
Where he can improve: There was a minority of fans on social media who suggested that Casemiro was past his best throughout the summer, but in reality, he remains one of the world's finest defensive midfielders. The Brazilian will be key for United again this season, although to improve, he could lose possession on fewer occasions and clean up his passing.
What is his main aim this season: Casemiro is a serial winner and his aim is to help the team to more silverware this term. His experience of winning countless major honours with Real Madrid means he's such an asset in the dressing room and since he's now entering the autumn of his career at 31 years old, he's just got just a few more years left to add to his trophy cabinet.
How much will he play: Considering his importance to the team, Casemiro will start almost every game he's available for. There's no like-for-like deputy for him in the squad and his absence was felt last season when he was suspended.
Mason Mount
Where he can improve: Mason Mount's last year at
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26.08.2023 / 19:35
Pundits, players and Erik ten Hag share verdicts on Manchester United's ailing attack this season
Much scrutiny has understandably been placed on Manchester United’s midfield following the club’s poor start to the Premier League season, but the side has also had a real problem in finding the back of the net.
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26.08.2023 / 12:35
Erik ten Hag sends Anthony Elanga warning to Manchester United squad vs Nottingham Forest
Erik ten Hag admits Anthony Elanga will pose a threat for Manchester United’s back line against Nottingham Forest.
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26.08.2023 / 06:45
Erik ten Hag could give former Real Madrid player his Manchester United debut
The left-back problem
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22.08.2023 / 12:35
Jamie Carragher questions Erik ten Hag tactic and highlights Manchester United transfer need
Former Liverpool and England centre-back Jamie Carragher has questioned whether Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has the right players for his preferred midfield system.
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19.08.2023 / 12:43
Erik ten Hag sends warning to Manchester United players after Harry Kane transfer
Erik ten Hag has warned Manchester United's players that Tottenham will be extra motivated to show they can cope without Harry Kane.
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18.08.2023 / 21:47
Erik ten Hag backs new midfielder to ease Manchester United's midfield issue and warns Mason Mount
Erik ten Hag believes Kobbie Mainoo will be ready to ease Manchester United's midfield issues when he regains fitness.
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18.08.2023 / 15:09
Ange Postecoglou shares Tottenham injury update and gives verdict on Man United boss Erik ten Hag
Tottenham Hotspur head coach Ange Postecoglou has confirmed that centre-back Cristian Romero is available for Saturday's clash with Manchester United at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
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15.08.2023 / 03:37
Erik ten Hag criticises Manchester United forwards after Wolves win
Erik ten Hag criticised the performance of Manchester United's frontline in their 1-0 defeat of Wolves.
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12.08.2023 / 07:01
Man United boss Erik ten Hag's Harry Kane transfer admission as David Moyes talks Harry Maguire
Ten Hag on Kane
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12.08.2023 / 05:51
Erik ten Hag has outlined to Bruno Fernandes what he must improve as Manchester United captain
Erik ten Hag has made another big decision at Manchester United with the captaincy.
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11.08.2023 / 13:11
Erik ten Hag speaks out on Harry Kane transfer after Manchester United passed on striker
Erik ten Hag suggested Manchester United stuck to their strategy in moving for Rasmus Hojlund over Harry Kane.
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10.08.2023 / 11:21
Erik ten Hag is getting what he privately wanted with Manchester United's defence
Manchester United's season gets underway on Monday and the final preparations are being made for the opening game.
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08.08.2023 / 12:25
Gary Neville reveals transfer that would give Erik ten Hag what he wanted at Manchester United
Gary Neville has urged Manchester United to sign a senior No.9 and believes the arrival of Harry Kane would instantly see the club become title challengers.
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07.08.2023 / 20:05
Juventus want to 'snatch' Sofyan Amrabat from Manchester United and more transfer rumours
Juventus are prepared to 'snatch' Sofyan Amrabat from under Manchester United's nose after a stall in negotiations, according to reports in Italy.
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07.08.2023 / 13:51
'Absolute shambles' - Gary Neville pinpoints 'big fix' Erik ten Hag needs to make at Manchester United
Gary Neville has slammed Manchester United's away record last season against the top sides in the Premier League as "absolutely shocking".
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06.08.2023 / 20:57
Erik ten Hag sends message to youngsters as Rasmus Hojlund gives first impression of Man United teammates
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06.08.2023 / 15:01
Erik ten Hag sets challenge to Manchester United players in final pre-season friendly
Erik ten Hag insists there are still positions up for grabs in the Manchester United starting line up for their Premier League opener against Wolves.
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05.08.2023 / 12:33
Erik ten Hag gives Manchester United transfer update ahead of Lens fixture
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has confirmed that the club is always looking to add quality to its squad.
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04.08.2023 / 07:57
Amad injury means Antony must fulfil Erik ten Hag brief at Manchester United
Manchester United will hope to see consistency from Antony in the new Premier League season, with one of his positional rivals facing a spell on the sidelines.