The March international break is a great opportunity for Manchester United fans to get a glimpse at some potential summer signings.
Manchester United are currently on a 24-day break between Premier League matches with Michael Carrick’s side not back in action until they face Leeds United on April 13.
There are 12 United players on international duty for fans to keep track of, but it is also a golden opportunity to get a glimpse at some of United’s top transfer targets ahead of the summer window.
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Five Man Utd transfer targets to watch over international break
Elliot Anderson
United’s top target this summer is Elliot Anderson, so it will be interesting to see how the 23-year-old fares in Thomas Tuchel’s England setup.
Tuchel is a big admirer of Anderson and the Nottingham Forest midfielder has been a regular starter under the German in the national team so far.
England face Uruguay in a friendly on Friday evening, before rounding off the international break against Japan on Tuesday, March 31.
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Sandro Tonali
While Eddie Howe insists Sandro Tonali isn’t leaving Newcastle United this summer, there continues to be reports of United’s interest in the Italian.
Tonali impressed against United in the Premier League already this season, and now it is worth watching how he performs on the international stage.
Italy manager Gennaro Gattuso confirmed that Tonali has joined up with the Italy camp this week despite suffering a minor knock against Sunderland.
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Kees Smit
United have been long-term admirers of Kees Smit, and the 20-year-old midfielder has been called up to the Netherlands squad for the first time this month.
The Netherlands face Norway and Ecuador this week and Smit could make his international debut. Given the excitement and hype around his potential, it is worth keeping an eye on how he copes.
Eljif Elmas
Earlier this month, United were linked with Eljif Elmas, who is currently on loan at Napoli.
The attacking midfielder’s parent club is RB Leipzig and United are linked with making a move for the 26-year-old following his impressive form in Italy.
Elmas has been called up to the North Macedonia squad ahead of their games against Denmark and Switzerland. It’ll be interesting whether or not the 26-year-old can lead his nation to produce an upset.
Adam Wharton
As well as Anderson, it is worth keeping an eye on Adam Wharton over the international break.
Excitement around the 22-year-old has died down with United fans preferring to sign Anderson. But if Anderson is snapped up by Manchester City or Bayern Munich, then attention could quickly turn back to Wharton.
An impressive spell with England in March could reignite excitement around potentially signing Wharton this summer.
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