3 reasons why Manchester United have struggled so far this season

#2 An average summer transfer window

Ed Woodward failed to deliver once again.

When Solskjaer promised a massive rebuilding exercise at Manchester United, it was clear that he needed time to put all his plans to work. Since the United squad was in a shambles, everyone expected the Red Devils to invest heavily in the transfer market and reinforce in the right areas. Unfortunately, United's performance in the summer left a lot to be desired.

After being linked with a plethora of players, Manchester United managed only three signings. While it must be noted that all three have been great additions to the team, one has to admit that United probably needed a couple more before the start of the season. The Red Devils sold Marouane Fellaini in January and then lost Ander Herrera for free in the summer. A midfielder was a prime requirement, but United failed to buy in the summer. It would be a decision Solskjaer would live to regret. United are desperately short of midfielders at the moment, a fact that has also surfaced over the recent busy run of games.

Another mistake was a failure to add a striker to the team after allowing both Romelu Lukaku and Alexis Sanchez to leave. Even though Solskjaer was right in showing them the door, the failure to sign at least one replacement has cost United dearly. With both Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford blowing hot and cold, Solskjaer has only young Mason Greenwood on the bench and to expect an 18-year-old to step up to the plate as a major goal-scorer for United is just unrealistic.