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Manchester Untied kept their Champions League hopes alive as they came from behind to defeat Lyon in an epic Europa League tie on Thursday night. Ruben Amorim's side scored three goals in the final seven minutes of the match to progress 7-6 on aggregate and book their place in the last four of the competition.
It means United can not only dream of playing in the top continental competition next season, but they also have the chance to boost their tight financial situation and embark on a summer spending spree. United originally budgeted for the next campaign without Champions League football and would see their plans enhanced if they went on to win the Europa League.
Liam Delap has already been identified as the preferred striker target for the summer, and Rayan Cherki did his hopes of a high-profile no harm with two goals against United in the Europa League quarter-final. Here is what Amorim's new dream line up could look like next season:
9. LWB - Patrick Dorgu
Dorgu has still got a lot of work to do, but is viewed as a player with enormous potential at United. | Getty Images
10. CAM - Rayan Cherki
Cherki shone for Lyon on Thursday night and proved he has what it takes to be a future Old Trafford star. | Getty Images
11. CAM - Bruno Fernandes
Fernandes is still United's best player, and they need to deploy him in an attacking midfield role where possible. | Getty Images
12. ST - Liam Delap
Delap is the preferred striker target this summer and could be signed if United qualify for the Champions League. | Getty Images