3. Joao Miranda (Atletico Madrid)
The centre back played a key role in one of the meanest defences in Europe last season. Miranda was a huge part of an Atletico Madrid team that won La Liga and reached the final of the Champions League. The Brazilian would have been an ideal signing for United. He would have toughened up a weak defence and helped young players like Phil Jones develop. United were reportedly interested in signing the defender however, they were put off by the 29 year olds £24 million price tag. Atletico had no interest in selling Miranda so they weren’t going to accept any offers unless a bid triggered the Brazilian’s release clause, which United didn’t.
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