As well as he played in Manchester United’s win over Leeds United last Saturday, Victor Lindelöf must have known his role in the jig as one half of Manchester United’s first-choice central defensive pair was up as he passed Raphael Varane in the Old Trafford tunnel following the Frenchman’s pre-match unveiling.

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Varane seems likely to make his Premier League debut, partnering Harry Maguire, against Southampton at St Mary’s and it is the Swede who will make way as the duo set about forging what may become a formidable partnership. Whether or not Varane’s arrival will render the role of Fred or Scott McTominay surplus to requirements remains to be seen.

Given last weekend’s glut of goals, United don’t exactly look in desperate need of another attack-minded player in their starting lineup.