A new era under Sir Jim Ratcliffe is about to commence at Manchester United, and with that comes improved transfer chances.

A fresh slew of players are reportedly on the way when the INEOS tycoon pays approximately £1.3 billion for a 25% stake in the club. According to recent sources, Old Trafford is currently targeting a striker and a right back. However, the true effect might not be noticeable until the summer, given that Ratcliffe’s investment might take a few months to materialize.

As United works to adhere to spending regulations, a total makeover is obviously out of the question. However, there are some cost-effective measures that would be highly beneficial in 2024. In light of these limitations, the Daily Star Sport has produced a list of players who are within the club’s budget but who might still be a huge asset to the Premier League giant.Hickey, Aaron

While Old Trafford’s recent investments in youth have been erratic, Aaron Hickey of Brentford is an example of a player who brings a wealth of experience to the table. After making an impression with Bologna in Serie A, the 21-year-old Glaswegian has returned to Britain in 2022 and has blended in well with Premier League life.

United have had a lot of trouble with depth this season, but Hickey’s reputation as a two-footed full-back who can play either side of the defense has helped him gain even more recognition as a new jewel from Scotland. As he joined the Bees for £14 million last year, his summer fee shouldn’t prove excessive, but his current deal at the Gtech Community Stadium doesn’t end until 2026.

If Manchester United were to make any realistic acquisitions in January, who would they choose? Please share your thoughts in the space provided.

Rabiot, Adrien

In the Serie A TIM match between SSC Napoli and Juventus, Adrien Rabiot of Juventus runs with the ball.Emmanuele Ciancaglini/Ciancaphoto Studio/Getty Images shows that Adrien Rabiot’s name has been heavily linked to a transfer to Old Trafford.In 2024, Adrien Rabiot’s name will almost certainly be associated with a transfer to Manchester United, since it has been practically synonymous with “Manchester United transfer rumours” in recent years. Even though the France international just signed a new one-year agreement with Juventus, he will once again be eligible to explore free agency that summer.

Despite his history of temper tantrums, Rabiot has been a mainstay for a Juventus squad that is once again in the hunt for Serie A glory and has even captained Massimiliano Allegri’s squad on occasion this season. Given his skill in a variety of midfield positions, he also meets the criteria for adaptability, which might be useful considering the holes that injuries have created this season.

Toney, Ivan

In 2024, Ivan Toney will be on the radar of many clubs looking to add him to their rosters (Image: PA)Ivan Toney’s future once his eight-month ban for gambling offences expires is another transfer rumor that has been circulating for a while. The England international, another promising youngster from Brentford, will be available to play for United in January and might fill Erik ten Hag’s void.It’s premature to think about £72 million just now. Despite not scoring in his first fourteen Premier League games, 20-year-old Rasmus Hojlund seems to have bitten off more than he can chew. However, Toney is an asset at this level, having assisted on 41 goals in 68 Premier League outings; however, any money for 2024 would be severely limited if they were to sign him.

Kelly, Lloyd

Watching the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Manchester City is Bournemouth’s Lloyd Kelly. Hulme ValleyLloyd Kelly, who is now on loan at Bournemouth, is making the most of his Premier League prospects and has been an asset to Andoni Iraola’s developing team, making him an outsider bet for a move to Old Trafford. Even more compelling to investigate a Manchester move for the player in the next months is the fact that his contract is set to expire in the summer of 2024.

Though he was brilliant at times earlier in the season, the 25-year-old has been sidelined with an injury and has not been starting for the past few games. He is proficient in both center defense and left back. Even though Kelly is young and cheap, his unique skills may be better utilized by a team with a higher caliber of player, despite his age and lack of experience.