The players from the Premier League's top 6 sides who could improve their rivals

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On his day, De Gea could make Arsenal look invincible again

#2 Manchester United (Roberto Firmino from Liverpool)

Swansea City v Liverpool - Premier League
Firmino's energy and Brazilian flair would be a much-needed boost

Despite coming second, Manchester United have been criticized many times this season. Their inability to create chances has come under a lot of scrutiny this season. Among the top six, they have scored the second least number of league goals this season. Embarrassing defeats to Sevilla and Bristol City in the cup competitions have underlined their lack of cutting edge in front of goal this season.

Lukaku has been slated by many fans for not showing up in the big games. He has only scored a solitary goal against the other top six sides. Sanchez failed to hit the ground running, scoring at a rate of 0.17 goals per game. The other forwards, namely Martial, Rashford, Mata and Lingard, have not been as impressive as expected. Finally, Pogba's talent has been stifled by Mourinho's tactics.

Looking at all these issues, it can be said that Manchester United need a versatile forward who can create and convert chances. One such player is Liverpool's Roberto Firmino. He has the ability to play through the middle and on the wings. Salah has hogged the spotlight, but Firmino has been the unsung hero for Liverpool, having scored 26 and assisted 14.

Firmino has a 69% success rate when it comes to taking on opponents. This is better than Lingard, Rashford, Martial and even Lukaku. One of Firmino's main qualities is his work rate off the ball, something which helps even when he is struggling on the ball. His appetite for goals, combined with a natural Brazilian flair and the willingness to chase the ball, make him the ideal player to revive Manchester United!

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Edited by Anirudh Menon
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