Ferdinand names Cavani, 2 others as his preferred top transfers for United

With Manchester United looking to snap up some players in this January transfer window, former defender, Rio Ferdinand, has given some suggestions on top three buys United should possibly go after.

United who recently failed to land targets Minamino and Erling Halaand who joined Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund respectively will be looking to add new recruits to their inconsistent squad.

Ferdinand's list comes in line with areas United named as needing improvement in the 2019-20 season.

Napoli and Spain international midfielder Fabiaz Ruiz was named as the 41-year-old's pick to strengthen the midfield, while his team-mate Kalidou Koulibaly is regarded as the answer to United's defensive problems.

In terms of goals, Ferdinand said: "Just thinking... I would 100 per cent go and get Edinson Cavani.

"Huge experience, goalscorer, work ethic and great professional who the younger players in the squad would learn a lot from."

A deal for Cavani may not be a huge stretch for Woodward and Solskjaer either, with the Uruguayan's contract at Paris Saint-Germain set to run out at the end of the season.

Ferdinand also included a 'wildcard' selection in his picks, identifying 19-year-old Boca Juniors midfielder Agustin Almendra as one to watch for the future.

Just thinking.... I would 100% go & get @ECavaniOfficial (Edinson Cavani).

Huge experience, Goalscorer, Work Ethic & Great Pro who the younger players in the squad would learn a lot from! Thoughts?!#AskRio https://t.co/bG2KXAYSUf

— Rio Ferdinand (@rioferdy5) January 3, 2020