Ahead of De Jong and Malacia’s arrival, this is the prediction for Man United’s starting XI for the 2022/2023 season

DBasia.news – Manchester United are currently seeking the transfer of two players, namely Frenkie de Jong and Tyrell Malacia.

De Jong has long been a target for United. He is the transfer priority of new manager Erik ten Hag. Negotiations with Barcelona have not yet been completed, but United’s chances of purchasing De Jong are huge.

Barcelona are willing to release De Jong, for financial reasons. Barcelona will obtain 65 million euros and bonuses of up to 20 million euros. Meanwhile, De Jong will pocket a salary of 250 thousand euros per week if he moves to United.

Before De Jong’s transfer is complete, Erik ten Hag may first welcome the arrival of Tyrell Malacia. Having reached a verbal agreement with Lyon, United made a maneuver that could change the course of Tyrell Malacia’s career.

United have made an offer worth 15 million euros plus a number of bonuses to Feyenoord for the transfer of Tyrell Malacia. Malacia is ready to move to United. Currently, he and his agent are discussing a contract with United.

United’s decision to target Malacia is actually quite unique as Malacia plays as a left back. United already have Alex Telles and Luke Shaw for the left-back position.

Malacia is only 22 years old. Last 2021/2022 season, Malacia had a hand in bringing Feyenoord to the UEFA Conference League final. However, lost to AS Roma.

Malacia first debuted for Feyenoord in 2017, the Champions League clash with Napoli. So far he has made 136 appearances, scoring four goals. Malacia has now become an important part of the Dutch national team squad.

David de Gea is predicted to still be United’s main goalkeeper for the 2022/2023 season. In the transfer market, the Red Devils will be a backup goalkeeper if Dean Henderson decides to move.

Harry Maguire will continue to be the focus at the back line. However, possibly Maguire won’t be the captain anymore. Maguire will play with Raphael Varane who was not at his best level last season.

The right-back will belong to Diogo Dalot. He did well last season. Then, Malacia will be competing with Luke Shaw and Alex Telles for the left-back role. Maybe, there will be one player who was kicked out.

De Jong is Ten Hag’s main target in the transfer market. He is considered to be able to translate the manager’s football ideas. De Jong has a special distribution of the ball, as well as his tactical understanding.

De Jong will be accompanied by Fred in midfield. Fred has good cruising and pressing ability. When compared to McTominay, Fred seems to be more suitable to play with De Jong.

One place in midfield will belong to Bruno Fernandes. The roles will be slightly different.

Fernandes will play deeper. His role next season is somewhat similar to when he played in the Portugal national team.

Ten Hag hopes that Antony can move closer to Old Trafford and make it easier to mix up the front lines. However, until now there has been no significant movement in the transfer of the Brazilian winger.

Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho have a great opportunity to enter United’s starting XI. They have special dribbling skills, speed and one-on-one duels. However, they had to reach the best level first.

The center forward role will belong to Cristiano Ronaldo, no doubt! Ten Hag has spoken to Ronaldo. They have the same vision. Ronaldo, for now, has made sure to stay at United.