As United look for a defender, here are five who could be in the frame for Van Gaal

With a deal for Memphis Depay already in place and a summer of heavy spending promised by the Manchester United board, it appears their preparations for next season's Champions League is well underway. Ed Woodward, the executive vice chairman, confirmed the club 'expect to be active' and United are likely to be targeting a defender to boost their back line. Here, Sportsmail looks at the five centre back's Louis van Gaal should be considering during the summer transfer window.