Manchester United 's shocking ability to move players on for a profit is now coming back to haunt them in a major way.
The Red Devils have been more than happy to flex their financial muscles over the past decade, breaking transfer records on numerous occasions, but attracting the type of player that other clubs envy and also want has been a major issue, which speaks to their recruitment.
Erik ten Hag has somewhat been left picking up the broken crockery which has manifested itself in the form of a minimal transfer budget. Minimal being £120m, but in the modern age, with United looking to push on after a promising first season under the Dutchman, they are now being restricted.