Five Paul Pogba replacements Manchester United should target in the summer transfer window

Manchester United have a big job to do ahead of the summer transfer window, and task one could be replacing Paul Pogba.

United have a number of issues to correct between now and next season amid a poor campaign so far.

Ralph Rangnick’s men are battling just to get into the top four despite having big expectations coming into this season.

A new manager is top of the agenda, but as far as transfers go, replacing Pogba is right around the top.

The Frenchman is set to leave for nothing at the end of this season, with no new contract agreed ahead of his current deal expiring at the end of June.

As his contract's expiry date edges ever closer, the likelihood of the Red Devils hanging on to the former Juventus star looks ever more unlikely.

The next managerial appointment could be key in keeping the 28-year-old, but as things stand, he is on his way out.

And with that in mind, here are five players United could consider signing to replace Pogba, if indeed he does depart:

A new manager is top of the agenda, but as far as transfers go, replacing Pogba is right around the top.

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