A recent meeting in Manchester saw Ratcliffe, Brailsford, and Blanc discussing the club's future direction as far as player sales and incoming are concerned. Brailsford has allegedly held one-on-one meetings with players and staff to outline the club's strategic vision for the next season. Reports suggest that they are open to significant squad changes, with only three players - Kobbie Mainoo, Alejandro Garnacho, and Rasmus Hojlund – rumoured to be guaranteed their places in the team.