Manchester United could take advantage of a transfer market opportunity and add Antoine Semenyo to their squad in the January window.
United were one of several clubs interested in a move for Semenyo in the summer, before he signed a new five-year contract with Bournemouth. That contract renewal all but ended any hope of a summer transfer, though it included a clause that could see him on the move early next year.
Manchester World understands Semenyo has a £65 million release clause in his current contract that can only be activated in the first two weeks of the January window, so that Bournemouth have enough time to potentially replace him. It could be the best chance United have ever had to sign the Ghana international, and it has given them an unexpected opportunity in the January window.
But how would he actually fit into their lineup? This is what we think.
1. GK - Senne Lamme
Lammens is the new No.1 at United and is certain to keep his role this season. | Getty Images
2. CB - Leny Yoro
Yoro is in United's strongest line up and their best option on the right of a back three. | Manchester United via Getty Images
3. CB - Matthijs De Ligt
De Ligt has been the unsung hero of the season so far and the best option at centre-back. | Getty Images
4. CB - Lisandro Martinez
Martinez is expected to return to action next month and would be in the line up again by the time Semenyo signs. | Manchester United via Getty Images