It turned out to be a busy summer at Manchester United, but it is now September and the transfer window is closed until January.
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The window was the most expensive in the history of British football and United were among the biggest spenders as Louis van Gaal looks to mount a successful campaign this year in all competitions.
Transfer strategy under Louis van Gaal and Ed Woodward is very different from the era of Sir Alex Ferguson and David Gill, this window in particular came in for a lost of criticism in regards to Manchester United’s transfer strategy, or as some argued – lack of it.
The Manchester United transfer business lasted right up until deadline day with plenty of drama and rumours throughout the summer. Big names left, big names signed. Big names did not sign. Ramos, Hummels, Pedro and Otamendi were among the most touted transfer targets who did not end up as Manchester United players for various reasons one way or another.
So, with lots of comings and goings at Old Trafford here is a helpful recap of who was signed and who was sold. Prices are the most reported estimates due to most deals being undisclosed.
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It wasn’t just about bringing players in though. There were a number of departures too from Manchester United and there were more than a few high-profile names who had packed their bags. Here is a look at some selected transfers out, which includes loan deals.
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Tom Thorpe (Released), Ben Amos (Released), Reece James (Wigan Athletic, Undisclosed)
Saidy Janko (Celtic, Undisclosed) Tyler Blackett (Celtic, Season Loan)
Angelo Henriquez (Dinamo Zagreb, Undisclosed)
Anders Lindegaard (West Brom, Free) Jonny Evans (West Brom, Undisclosed)
So that sums up an eventful window for Manchester United who had more than their fair share of transfer incomings and outgoings, drama and rumours throughout the summer and of course on deadline day.
Manchester United take on Liverpool when the Premier League returns after the international break. No doubt Anthony Martial will be involved in that one. Also around for the Liverpool game could be David De Gea after his proposed move to Real Madrid fell through.