Grading the summer transfer window: Manchester United

Nemanja Matic - The key

Nemanja Matic is the signing of the summer for Manchester United

Nemanja Matic is Manchester United's best signing this summer by a mile. At 29 years of age, paying £40 million can seem a bit too much for a player who does not have too many peak years ahead of him. Nevertheless, his presence improves and unlocks many aspects of the team.

Matic is the perfect defensive shield for the side who allows for the team to attack with more freedom. The biggest benefactor from the Serb's arrival is Paul Pogba as he now has the license to play a free role and dominate games. Further, Matic is the perfect Mourinho player with a strong defensive side to his game. The Portuguese manager signed him during his time at Chelsea as well.

The 29-year old won two league titles at Chelsea and brings in that winning experience. Finally, his game awareness, intelligence, and technical ability put him a rung above the regular holding midfielder and adds an extra dimension to the entire side. Also, buying directly from a rival is a psychological victory for the Red Devils.

Thus, Matic is very likely the final and most important piece of the puzzle for Mourinho's United and therefore, he is undoubtedly their signing of the summer.

Grade - 9/10