Man Utd are going to sign their own Erling Haaland for Erik ten Hag

Next summer, Manchester United plan to sign a world-class striker to counter the threat of Erling Haaland across the city. With Cristiano Ronaldo getting on and Anthony Martial injury prone, Erik ten Hag certainly needs a new marksman. And, when one comes, they’ll have every chance of finally mounting a genuine challenge for the Premier League title.Manchester United have started to click under Ten Hag.They endured a difficult start to the season, losing their first two Premier League matches against Brighton and Brentford, but have slumped to defeat just once in the time since.At the current time of writing, United are fifth in the table. Should they win their game in hand, they’ll rise to fourth – ahead of Newcastle.There have been many encouraging signs, for sure.United’s defence is looking strong these days, with Diogo Dalot and Lisandro Martinez typifying things. Harry Maguire, Victor Lindelof, Luke Shaw and Raphael Varane have all done well when selected, too.Man Utd transfers: Plans for next three signings are damning on Solskjaer Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag wants his own Erling Haaland (Image: GETTY) Manchester United opted against rivalling Man City for Erling Haaland transfer (Image: GETTY) Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag wanted Darwin Nunez transfer back in the summer (Image: GETTY) Manchester United have transfer interest in Joao Felix as Erik ten Hag eyes own Erling Haaland (Image: GETTY)But, this summer, United will try again. They know they need to if they’re to evolve and become the complete team their manager wants them to be.Joao Felix is one player in their sights, with the Atletico Madrid star reminding everybody of his sublime talents with a fine brace against Cadiz on Saturday.He’s fallen out with Diego Simeone over in Spain, too, which could give the Red Devils encouragement a deal can be struck.Napoli’s Victor Osimhen is on an upwards trajectory, having bagged seven goals from eight Serie A matches so far this term.WIN A FREE ENGLAND SHIRT FOR THE WORLD CUP! Manchester United have been linked with Victor Osimhen amid striker plans (Image: GETTY)Though he’s happy playing in Italy, he’s previously talked up a move to United and confirmed the club had contacted him over a move when Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was in charge.And links to Inter Milan’s Lautaro Martinez have arisen at a time where Simeone Inzaghi’s side are facing financial difficulties.United know they need their own Haaland to stop the real thing from dominating the top flight for many years to come.It’ll be a huge deal, one that could decide whether the power stays on the blue side of the city – or the red.Want the latest football news? Join our brand new Facebook group by clicking here