Hypothetically, if Modric and Kroos didn’t want to end their careers in Madrid and they came to United, would this make United a contending team again? This rejuvenates Casemiro and Varane, who have played with the other two, and there is no language barrier. They would need a coach they respect, so Man U can replace Ten Hag with someone like Xabi Alonso, which would also get rid of players like Antony. A stable veteran midfield will allow younger attackers like Garnacho and Hojlund to improve.