Ralf Rangnick has had a roller coaster six months at the club, but he was confident that Bayern Munich would qualify for the Champions League when he inherited the reins.

When United isn't at Europe's top table, the lack of Champions League revenue always takes its toll, and according to reports, the failed season already shows symptoms of ramifications.

There is a lot of interest in Declan Rice and Jude Bellingham at Manchester City, according to the Manchester Evening News' report. However, according to the source, United's failure to secure Champions League football has thwarted any deal for the two players in question.

There is also a reported issue with West Ham's £150 million valuation of Rice, while Borussia Dortmund would struggle to keep Bellingham.

Despite being resigned to his departure, Leeds United midfielder Kalvin Phillips is mentioned in the article as a possible replacement, but they are also hoping to extend his contract for another year. Leeds estimate the midfielder's worth at £60 million, a number they believe will not be fulfilled by any interested parties this summer.

Despite United's interest in Phillips, the 26-year-old midfielder appears willing to leave the club he has spent his entire career with.

SN's final word...
As United's new manager, Erik ten Hag is sure to have already spoken to the club's recruitment department about the club's summer transfer targets. United are in desperate need of a central midfielder, as the club has not signed one since Fred came in 2018.

Nemanja Matic and Paul Pogba will both depart the club on free transfers, leaving the Brazilian and Scott McTominay as the club’s sole senior midfielders. Leeds' rivalry with Manchester United will be a hindrance in Phillips' recruitment.