Man Utd can sign ideal De Jong and Bellingham alternative for £30m

Manchester United still admire both Frenkie de Jong and Jude Bellingham, even though they missed out on the pair both this summer and in 2020 respectively. However, it’s surprising the Red Devils aren’t among the suitors for Youri Tielemans at present. He’d be available for less than £30million and is proven in the Premier League, meaning he’s certainly a player worthy of consideration…Manchester United have seen Casemiro and Christian Eriksen shine in the middle of the park so far this season following their summer moves from Real Madrid and Brentford.But Erik ten Hag, it seems, is on the lookout for yet another midfielder as the January transfer window creeps closer.The Dutchman hasn’t totally given up on De Jong, who he spent most of the summer pursuing.That said, it still appears far likelier the Netherlands international will end up staying at Barcelona – especially given how he’s now finally a regular in Xavi’s side.It’s also been claimed United are keen on Bellingham, nearly three years after the midfielder turned them down when he was strutting his stuff at Birmingham.Man Utd transfers: Plans for next three signings are damning on Solskjaer Man Utd retain transfer interest in Frenkie de Jong and Jude Bellingham (Image: GETTY) Man Utd would have to spend big to land Frenkie de Jong or Jude Bellingham (Image: GETTY) Man Utd would be signing a top performer if they swooped for Youri Tielemans (Image: GETTY)And Scott McTominay remains prone to the odd mistake, something that was evident when he conceded a late penalty in their recent 1-1 draw with Chelsea.Tielemans would add quality to a United midfield that still needs it.And any potential arrival would allow Ten Hag to grant the likes of Casemiro and Eriksen a rest when he feels the duo need it.Bargain transfers haven’t always been a thing at United in recent years, especially with the club guilty of overspending in the time since Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement in 2013.But Tielemans is a top performer, something he’s proven time and time again at Leicester.WIN A FREE ENGLAND SHIRT FOR THE WORLD CUP! Man Utd signing Youri Tielemans would free up funds for Cristiano Ronaldo replacement (Image: GETTY)And United can certainly do with a few more of those as they look to end their agonising wait for the Premier League title.There’s also the fact that the Red Devils need a new forward, too, with Cristiano Ronaldo expected to leave at the end of the season.World-class strikers cost a premium. Just look at Darwin Nunez, who turned down United for Liverpool back in the summer.So United can do with saving some cash so they can use what funds they do have on a blockbuster deal for a new marksman.Want the latest football news? Join our brand new Facebook group by clicking here