Manchester United suffered their worst ever season in Premier League history last year, with their total of 57 goals conceded the most they have conceded in a single campaign. As a result, it has perhaps been no surprise to see new manager Erik ten Hag look to strengthen his defence in recent weeks.
Tyrell Malacia became the Dutchman’s first signing after the left-back was signed from Feyenoord in a deal worth up to £14.7m at the start of the month, while he is set to reunite with Lisandro Martinez after the Red Devils agreed a £57m deal with Ajax for the centre-back over the weekend.
Given his significant fee, it would be a surprise if he wasn’t first choice ahead of Harry Maguire, Victor Lindelof, Eric Bailly, Phil Jones, Raphael Varane and Axel Tuanzebe this season. After all, standing at just 5ft 9, the Argentina international won more aerial duels per 90 minutes than United captain last season.
