As far as starts to a transfer window go, unexpectedly having one of your goalkeepers torn away isn't the best.
It's a brand new year and with it comes new opportunities for Manchester United. Erik ten Hag's improving side couldn't have enjoyed a much better return to action following the World Cup break. Three games. Three wins. Three clean sheets.
Though there are flashes, the attacking play is not as intricate or exciting as the Dutchman would like but going the other way United have become very resolute. The signing of a top-quality defensive midfielder in Casemiro has been crucial as it has meant the team remains watertight even with Luke Shaw at centre-back.
