Man Utd and their calculated left-back gamble
Despite a widespread expectation they would sign a left-back this summer, Manchester United decided against - what does it mean?
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Spain left-back considering his future at Barcelona amidst Manchester United interest.
Carlos Baleba is a Cameroon international midfielder.
Diogo Dalot is a professional footballer who plays as a defender for Manchester United.
Erik ten Hag is the head coach of Manchester United.
English left-back from Manchester United academy.
Spanish defender linked with Atletico Madrid.
Luke Shaw is an English professional soccer player.
Michael Carrick is a former professional football player and current manager.
Nicolas Tagliafico is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a left-back.
Noussair Mazraoui is a Moroccan professional football player recognized for his defensive skills.
Rayan Ait-Nouri is a professional footballer who plays as a left-back.
Tyrell Malacia is a professional footballer who plays as a left-back.
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Despite a widespread expectation they would sign a left-back this summer, Manchester United decided against - what does it mean?
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