If we choose not to splurge in the mercato (some murmurs that money will be tight in the upcoming winter window), Shea Lacey could be a workable medium term solution (as he continues to develop, particularly in terms of physical conditioning, in-game application and decision-making, and tactical rigour as well). Yes, the future is full of uncertainties and we probably shouldn't put the cart before the horse for a youth player who has some ways to go yet, but the lad is genuinely exciting (our version of Foden or Saka in terms of pure potential), the prospect of him linking up with Højlund, Rashford, Garnacho is doubly exciting, and, if all goes well, he could realitistically be ready to take the “next step” in 18 months or so. Rashford, whatshisface, Garnacho (he did get the final impetus at United), Lacey — a veritable conveyor belt of offensive talent; there must be something in the water, surely!