Manchester United have by no means lapped up the praise for their efforts this summer following a lacklustre few months of recruitment.
But with the domestic window slamming shut on Friday there is still time to make some smart moves and allow younger players the chance to secure some regular football.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has showed a willingness to put his faith in youth, but with the stakes rising at Old Trafford their opportunities may be found elsewhere rather than in the United first team.
Young defender Teden Mengi could be one of those to seek pastures new for the interim. The centre-half has a growing reputation at United, but given their struggles this season it is perhaps not the best time to throw a teenager into the mix.
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