Jose Mourinho Told Ed Woodward To Not Sign Three Of The Biggest Names In Football

Manchester United fans have raised questions over Jose Mourinho's transfer activity of late, with a distinct lack of marquee signings being the main cause of concern.

Don't get me wrong the club have brought in some useful players in Fred, Diogo Dalot and goalkeeper Lee Grant but those transfers have failed to satisfy the appetite of many.

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Manchester United's vice-chairman Ed Woodward has also been unusually quiet, but a recent report may just shine some light on the current situation at Old Trafford.

The Independent report that as both men planned for the transfer window, Woodward proposed a big name signing, with Kylian Mbappe, Neymar and Gareth Bale all mentioned.

Jose Mourinho, however, turned that idea down, because 'he had such a clear vision for how his team should be.'

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The Manchester United boss wants to sign hard-working wide players like Chelsea's Willian instead, as well as experienced centre-backs, with Toby Alderweireld and Harry Maguire being main targets.

The potential transfer of the Belgian does not look like happening anytime soon, though.

United have also been linked with a move for Barcelona's Yerry Mina in recent days, a sign that Mourinho is desperate to build in defence, despite their being five natural centre-backs in the squad.

Do you think Mourinho should have taken Woodward's advice on board and gone for a big, marquee signing?

Let us know in the comments.

Topics: Football News, Mbappe, Jose Mourinho, Football, Manchester United, Transfers, Neymar

Jack Kenmare

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