Manchester United face historic rivals Leeds United on Sunday, as the Reds look for another crucial three points in the top four race.
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With the January transfer window finally closed, clubs will no doubt be focusing on the rest of the season that lies ahead.
However, plans will already be in place for the next recruitment drive in the summer, with Manchester United expected to lose Jesse Lingard, Paul Pogba, Juan Mata, Lee Grant and Edinson Cavani when their contracts expire in June.
The next United manager will be appointed in the summer, and the new incumbent will want to instantly set about reshaping/rebuilding his squad.
The club are sure to back their next boss with sizeable funds in the transfer window, but there are some bargains to be had with a number of stars available on free transfers in the summer.
MEN Sport has identified three high profile players out of contract in the summer that United should consider bringing to the club.
Marcelo Brozovic
United are short of depth in central midfield and with Pogba set to leave in the summer, the club will be keen to bolster this particular area.
Brozovic would offer a wealth of experience and a bring a strong work ethic to the middle of the park.
The Inter Milan star is also a proven winner, helping his side win the Serie A title in the 2020/21 season, he also part of the Croatia squad that reached the 2018 World Cup final.
The 29-year-old would add real quality to United's engine room and would be a great foil for a more box-to-box midfielder.
Matthias Ginter
Whilst United are relatively strong at centre-back with Raphael Varane and Harry Maguire, Ginter could provide added depth as well as competition for places.
The Germany international can also operate at right-back and defensive midfield, offering fantastic versatility.
At 28 Ginter is just entering his prime as a defender, and would be a
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