Manchester United: Where do they need to strengthen in the summer?

Ahead of a busy transfer window at Old Trafford, we look at what areas of the Manchester United squad Louis van Gaal needs to improve.

Despite spending close to £150m on a wealth of talent last summer, it is clear the United ranks need another overhaul if they are to mount a serious title charge next season.
David de Gea must decide where his future lies, which will obviously mean a replacement must be found should he complete his move to Real Madrid, while Michael Carrick’s fitness will determine whether United can rely on his weary legs for one more season.
But which positions need reinforcements? Who can turn United from an improving giant into title chasers once again? We look at three areas that require Van Gaal’s utmost attention…
Striker

United's strikers have struggled to find the net

With a formidable-looking forward line of Radamel Falcao, Robin van Persie, and Wayne Rooney, all supplied by Angel di Maria, Juan Mata and Ander Herrera, Van Gaal looked to have the arsenal to get off to a flying start at the United helm last August.
However, Van Persie enjoyed his least prolific season since his injury-ravaged 2009-10 campaign, while Falcao netted as many times as Chris Smalling as United faltered in front of goal.
Once again Wayne Rooney was the talisman, but he needs help.
Hoffenheim have reportedly accepted a bid for fleet-footed Brazilian forward Roberto Firmino, but Van Gaal must add more orthodox firepower if he is to mount a serious title challenge next campaign.
Harry Kane is reportedly on the United supremo’s radar, Edinson Cavani is thought to be interested in a switch to the Premier League, while Mario Mandzukic is rumoured to be eyeing the exit door at Atletico Madrid.

Karim Benzema: Could be added to David de Gea deal

One attractive option would be securing the services of Real’s Karim Benzema, whose role is often understated in the shadow of Cristiano Ronaldo, as part of the David de Gea sale.
The French forward has scored less than 15 league goals just once in the past five seasons, despite facing a tussle for a starting berth in the Spanish capital, and his eye for goal could be the difference between a runners-up spot and United's 21st top-flight title.
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