What Manchester United’s starting XI may look like in 2015/16

Manchester United are still in the hunt for a return to Champions League football next season, as Louis van Gaal’s Red Devils, 11/4 to win the FA Cup, currently occupy the Premier League’s fourth spot.

A major shake-up could occur at the end of this current campaign, should the Dutch manager guide the Old Trafford outfit back among European’s elite. Tabloid rumours have been rife about players arriving in the red half of Manchester and those who could be shipped out in an overhaul.

Here’s what our football experts think about what United’s starting XI might look like on the opening day of next season. Do you agree with our line-up?

Goalkeeper: David de Gea
Immovable from between the posts at Old Trafford, De Gea is without question the club’s number one, with a new contract being lined up. Victor Valdes will provide great cover for his Spanish teammate.

Right back: Seamus Coleman
The right back position is one which has sparked much debate, with a host of top names being linked, including Barcelona’s Dani Alves, plus Kyle Walker, Nathaniel Clynne and Danilo. However, Everton’s Irish counterpart Coleman has plenty of top-flight experience and could be a star performer, with the Toffees set for a bottom half finish this season, a cut-price deal is realistic.

Centre back: Mats Hummels
United’s Dutch boss has reportedly been a long admirer of Borussia Dortmund’s World Cup winning defender. The 26-year-old’s current side are struggling in the Bundesliga and a summer switch could be on the cards, if Van Gaal really pushes for his primary target.

Centre back: Marquinhos
PSG’s young Brazilian defender was heavily tipped for a move to United in January, but a deal never materialised. Van Gaal could look to Marquinhos in the summer to sure up his lacklustre backline. The arrival of a new defensive unit could spell the end of Jonny Evans, Phil Jones or Chris Smalling, with injuries and inconsistency halting their regular chances in the side.