Manchester United<\/a> supporters have often had to sit back and watch rivals Manchester City and Liverpool claim all of the glory in the Premier League<\/a> over recent years.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Red Devils have now gone 13 long years without a league title – something which once seemed impossible under the guidance of the iconic Sir Alex Ferguson.<\/p>\n Michael Carrick<\/a> will be hoping to end such a drought at Old Trafford in the near future, after he was appointed the club\u2019s permanent manager after a successful interim stint.<\/p>\n However, if he is to make the Red Devils a force to be reckoned with once again, he may need a player who can fill two of the club\u2019s problem positions with ease.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Over recent days, United have been credited with a surprise move for Arsenal talent Myles Lewis-Skelly<\/a> in an attempt to add further quality to Carrick\u2019s senior ranks.<\/p>\n It was reported that the Red Devils have been exploring a move for the 19-year-old, who can operate in either left-back or central midfield positions.<\/p>\n Such versatility could be crucial for INEOS this summer, with the aforementioned areas undoubtedly where the first-team squad needs improving ahead of the 2026\/27 campaign.<\/p>\n Luke Shaw is a player who has come under fire for his displays at Old Trafford, with the club lacking senior depth in such an area – which has seen Diogo Dalot often switch to an unfamiliar role.<\/p>\n Most PL mins played by Man Utd full-backs (2025\/26)<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n Player<\/p>\n<\/th>\n Tally<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n Luke Shaw<\/p>\n<\/td>\n 3231<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Diogo Dalot<\/p>\n<\/td>\n 2616<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Patrick Dorgu<\/p>\n<\/td>\n 1445<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Noussair Mazraoui<\/p>\n<\/td>\n 984<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Tyrell Malacia<\/p>\n<\/td>\n 15<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Bendito Mantato<\/p>\n<\/td>\n 15<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n As for the midfield department, Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans have already been signed – but the hierarchy are still in the market for a third new addition in that area.<\/p>\n Lewis-Skelly is more naturally suited to such a position, even starting in the Champions League final for Arsenal against PSG alongside Declan Rice back in May.<\/p>\n The youngster produced a display to be proud of despite the defeat, subsequently completing 80% of the passes he attempted, whilst making two tackles and winning three ground duels.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Despite the recent efforts to prise the teenager away from the Gunners, United have a whole host of other targets lined up for the remaining month of the summer window.<\/p>\n Belgian star Mika Godts was mentioned as a target for the attacking department<\/a>, with the Red Devils currently battling PSG for the signature of the Ajax prospect.<\/p>\n However, it\u2019s clear other areas of the squad are of higher importance to Carrick at present, with Newcastle United left-back Lewis Hall<\/a> emerging as a key transfer target.<\/p>\n\n How Lewis-Skelly can solve United’s two biggest problem positions<\/strong>
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