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Anthony Martial was a particular bone of contention.

Manchester United announced in May, external that Anthony Martial would be leaving the club after scoring 90 goals in 317 appearances.

In Raphael Varane - and more particularly Anthony Martial - United are replacing older, injury-prone, underperforming players, with youngsters of verve, energy and promise.

United boss Erik ten Hag has seen his attacking options depleted by the departure of Anthony Martial in June following the expiry of his contract.

With defender Raphael Varane and forward Anthony Martial out of contract at the end of the season, there will be two key areas United needs to strengthen in, even before sales.