November 14th 2023.
Erik ten Hag has already identified his transfer priorities for the January window and will be given funds once Sir Jim Ratcliffe's proposed Manchester United takeover deal is completed. The Ineos founder, who is Britain’s richest man, is in negotiations to purchase a 25 per cent stake in the club, which includes the control of sporting matters.
Ratcliffe is willing to back Ten Hag to strengthen the squad for the January window, with The Sun reporting that the Dutchman wants at least two new additions. Firstly, Ten Hag wants a new full-back to replace the injury-hit Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia. Aaron Wan-Bissaka had previously been a weak point in the system, but has improved significantly in the past year.
However, Ten Hag is thought to want a more technical and adventurous defender such as Bayer Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong, who is unlikely to be sold in the middle of the season. The Dutchman also wants a new winger, ideally someone who can play on both flanks, as he is unhappy with the lack of output from his current selection.
Jadon Sancho has been ostracised from the squad for refusing to apologise to his manager and could be offloaded in January, with clubs in Saudi Arabia reportedly interested. Ratcliffe is willing to make funds available if the takeover deal is ratified in time, and Ten Hag believes his side can secure a place in the top four once all their players are back fit again.
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