Solskjaer has been keen to trial a new midfield set-up throughout pre-season but there has actually been little point in doing so with players who are not in his instant first-team picture. Donny van de Beek might showcase his real talents in a more dynamic box-to-box function while Paul Pogba would have the opportunity to experience the liberty he craves for further up the pitch. Without an expert protective midfielder at the club it might well turn out to be an unsuccessful strategy, however the experiment will at least let United understand simply how immediate a fourth summer season signing really is. Do you desire a special pre-season United preview – both in your inbox and through your letterbox?
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