Manchester United: 3 different tactical formations that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer could implement in the upcoming 2019/20 season

Daniel James and Aaron Wan-Bissaka: Manchester United's summer signings so far.
Daniel James and Aaron Wan-Bissaka: Manchester United's summer signings so far.

#3 Third Formation: 4-4-2

Man United's probable lineup in a 4-4-2 shape.
Man United's probable lineup in a 4-4-2 shape.

Solskjaer's fixation with United's culture and traditions could spark 4-4-2 setup's return at Old Trafford next season. This system defined Sir Alex Ferguson's Manchester United dynasty which is considered archaic in contemporary football.

Fred and Scott McTominay are the prominent candidates to provide the energy and drive required in a four-man midfield system, with Daniel James occupying the left flank. Pogba will hold an orchestrator's responsibility which Paul Scholes followed with aplomb.

Didier Deschamps implements this system with the France national team and Paul Pogba thrives in this formation with N'Golo Kante alongside him. The 26-year-old could find a similar adjacent partner in the aforementioned players - Fred or McTominay.

Some developments suggest that Solskjaer is prepared to hand Diogo Dalot an advanced role after Aaron Wan-Bissaka's arrival which could see the Portuguese youngster competing with Jesse Lingard for the right wing spot in the imminent season.

Marcus Rashford is the prime candidate to lead the Red Devils' attack next campaign with Anthony Martial sharing the responsibility. The French attacker enjoyed a fantastic debut campaign, scoring 17 goals from a center-forward position. Next season could finally be the one where Tony realizes his world-class potential while playing as an inside forward.

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