A number of Manchester United fans have reacted positively to a transfer claim suggesting that a new defensive midfielder will come in next month.

Ralf Rangnick will be hoping to make a huge difference as United manager and the early signs are promising following back-to-back Premier League wins and clean sheets.

There is no doubt that new signings will be needed, though, in order for the Red Devils to gradually return to the top of English football.

One area where United are arguably lacking is in midfield, with their rivals possessing top-quality number 6s such as Fabinho, Rodri and N'Golo Kante. By contrast, it is the one position where the Red Devils are often accused of being weak.

According to Manchester Evening News journalist Samuel Luckhurst on Twitter, though, it is an area where the club are looking to strengthen during the January transfer window, as Rangnick eyes up potential new options.

Man United fans react to transfer claim

These United fans have reacted positively to the transfer rumour on Twitter, with the regular double pivot of Scott McTominay and Fred potentially set to be broken up.

"United winning the league"

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"If true, thank you God"

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"Siuuuuu"

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"We're literally winning everything"

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"We have been missing that one for long"

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"Finally, it's not McFred anymore"

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