In addition to overseeing improvements in play and performances, Erik ten Hag, the manager of Manchester United, has seen a number of players' form improve.
While most will highlight the performances of Marcus Rashford and Diogo Dalot, it's important to remember Aaron Wan-Bissaka's comeback in the second half of the season.
Prior to the World Cup, the former Crystal Palace star was only able to play for a total of four minutes, and it appeared as though his time as a United player was almost gone.
Numerous rumors suggested that he would be leaving in January, but an unfortunate injury to Dalot gave the Englishman a chance, and he hasn't looked back since.
The boss has used the 25-year-old in the biggest games, and he has rarely been let down. His games against Barcelona, Manchester City, Newcastle in the Carabao Cup final, and Brighton in the FA Cup are all priceless.
Wan-Bissaka has participated in 31 games this season across all competitions, contributing just one assist.
The full-back is famed for his defensive prowess, but he has recently started to feel more comfortable moving forward. Some of his moves have gone popular on social media, particularly the way he has avoided the opposition press in risky situations.
His former club, Leeds United, Wolves, and West Ham have all been interested in signing him at various points in the past. He is still a highly sought-after figure in the transfer market.
However, the London-born player has reportedly changed his manager's mind about his role in his future plans, and it now looks there is a better likelihood that he will remain on, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano who talked to Givemesport.
“I’m sure that the priority is to understand the future of Aaron Wan-Bissaka. He’s doing very well now and he completely changed his story at Manchester United in the last six months."
"He was on the market in November and December, but now the situation is different," Fabrizio Romano claimed.
The current contract for Wan-Bissaka expires in 2024, but United have the option of extending it by one more year. According to Transfermarkt, he is worth €22 million.
Wan-Bissaka has obviously done enough to deserve a longer stay, and his skills will undoubtedly be important in games against teams projected to have more of the ball, with Ten Hag's priority being bringing in a striker and potentially being a midfielder.
Man United offers personal terms to Kim Min Jae
The release clause in Kim Min-jae's Napoli contract only applies for the first few days of July, according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, who spoke exclusively to GIVEMESPORT about the 'conversations' Manchester United has had with Kim Min-jae about a move to Old Trafford.
When the summer transfer market opens, Red Devils manager Erik ten Hag will have the chance to strengthen his team.
Kim has made the decision to sign for Manchester United, according to the Mirror, after ten Hag named him as one of his priority targets.
According to the source, the South Korean international has a £43 million release clause in his contract with Napoli, and after extensive negotiations with the team, he has been persuaded to move to Old Trafford.
Kim has reportedly been offered a contract by Manchester United worth £7.8 million annually, and the Red Devils have already told Kim's present employers that they intend to trigger his release clause in the first few days of July.
Newcastle United, a rival of Manchester United in the Premier League, is reportedly interested after sending scouts to observe the defender in action. Napoli may also try to induce a change of heart by putting a new contract on the table.
Romano is aware that Kim's release clause cannot be activated until early July, which means Manchester United cannot finalize their purchase of Kim until then.
The esteemed journalist is aware that the Red Devils have made progress when it comes to talking to the Serie A champion, though. "The release clause of Kim Min-jae is only valid in the first few days of July. It's not valid now and it is not valid in June, so Manchester United can't proceed with that now," Fabrizio stated when speaking to GIVEMESPORT.
"They can speak to the player side and they had conversations with the player because they have an interest."
According to Sofascore data, Kim has been averaging 3.6 clearances, 1.6 tackles, and 1.2 interceptions per 90 minutes, which has been crucial in helping Napoli win Serie A.
The 26-year-old has played in 43 matches across all competitions and has made a contribution in the offensive third of the field with two goals and the same number of assists.
He would make Manchester United even harder for opponents to break down, according to FBref data, since he averages more tackles plus interceptions per 90 minutes than Raphael Varane.
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