Manchester United spent a staggering £200 million or more during the summer transfer window to reinforce their attacking options, signing Bryan Mbuemo, Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko on permanent deals.

The 30 goals scored by Ruben Amorin's men speak volumes about the attacking mindset the manager has brought into the side, but at the same time, the 26 goals United have conceded are the highest amongst the top 10 clubs in the Premier League standings as of now.  

The Reds' midfield has failed to take control of the game on multiple occasions, and yesterday's four-all draw against Bournemouth was a prime example of their inability to see out games in which United were leading and should have picked up all three points.

Despite the club management repeatedly denying any major activity during the upcoming winter transfer window, Amorin would need to address this pertinent issue in the middle of the park for the Reds to be in a respectable position in the league table at the end of the season.  

Bruno Fernandes, despite being an attacking-minded midfielder, has repeatedly partnered Casemiro in a deeper role, seemingly hampering his ability as a playmaker. On the other hand, Casemiro could leave the club at the end of this season, which would be disastrous for the club if they fail to find a replacement for him by then.

United's main target for the winter transfer window appears to be Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson, whom the Reds rate as one of the top players in the Premier League, although Brighton's Carlos Baleba is also on their wishlist, according to Football Fancast  .

According to Fabrizio Romano, a deal could well prove to be unlikely in the winter market, especially after Forest placed a £100m price tag on Anderson's head for any interested club.

The 23-year-old's ability to influence the game from a deeper position will provide Bruno with the long-needed freedom upfield. Anderson put up significant numbers in terms of interceptions and ball recoveries per 90, further reaffirming his incredible ability without the ball - something which the side has greatly lacked in recent times..

Given INEOS's spending history, a £100 million transfer fee for the talented midfielder cannot be completely ruled out. Whether the club would approach him during the winter transfer window or after the end of the current season is the pertinent question amongst the fans.

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