Manchester United have been handed a timely warning that two more signings are needed before the summer transfer window slams shut.
The Red Devils were held to a 1-1 draw by Paris Saint-Germain in an intriguing friendly contest in Gothenburg on Saturday.
While the game offered plenty of encouragement, it also exposed two glaring gaps for manager Michael Carrick.
Mason Mount was withdrawn after just 20 minutes as a precaution following a knock.
Even if the injury proves to be minor, his early departure should still set alarm bells ringing at INEOS.
United entered this market with the clear aim of revamping their midfield.
They have signed Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans but need another quality midfielder to truly complete the overhaul.
On paper, Mount offers a technically gifted option alongside Kobbie Mainoo and two new signings, but his troublesome injury history makes it difficult to trust him across the marathon of a 2026-27 campaign.
A third midfield signing is becoming a necessity.
The same argument can be made for the left-back position.
Luke Shaw started every Premier League game last season, but his unfortunate injury record provides more than enough reason for United to strengthen behind him.
Harry Amass has come on for Shaw in all four pre-season games. The 19-year-old is talented but an injury to Shaw would place an excessive burden on him.
Entering the new campaign with Shaw as the only recognised senior left-back would leave Carrick dangerously short of options if another injury strikes.
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