As Manchester United currently lie in 9th place on the Premier League table, David Moyes may need to lower his expectations in January, as Gundogan is unlikely going to want to take the step down. Let’s see some cheaper and realistic options available in the market,
Sandro
It is unlikely Tottenham will let him go, even after the big money signings of midfielders Etienne Capoue and Paulinho, Sandro continues to be Spurs most important man in the middle. He can be deployed in defensive and attacking roles, making him one of the Premier League’s most versatile players, and can also pitch in with a few goals every season, his latest being a 25 yard thunderbolt against David Moyes’ men. It is unlikely he will want to leave, and even if he did, it probably wouldn’t be to United. As well as commanding a large transfer fee, it would be more likely to see him join the likes of Chelsea or Manchester City.