Louis van Gaal just can’t seem to stay out of the headlines at the moment for one reason or another - whether it is tactics, results, or transfer policy, the media are all over the Dutchman and his squad this season.

After bowing out in the group stages of the Champions League, and seemingly out of the Premier League title race already, the pressure has continued to mount on him.

After spending over £250m during his reign, Van Gaal has come been scrutinised over justifying his signings. Big money names such as Anthony Martial and Morgan Schneiderlin have caught the eye in equally good and bad measures.

Van Gaal may be best served looking into the lower leagues as he looks to shape the immediate and long term future of the club - Jamie Vardy and Dele Alli are current proof of the talent available lower down.

This article details FIVE Championship players Man United should seriously consider taking at look at from the Sky Bet Championship.....

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Moussa Dembele

The Fulham striker is one of the hottest properties outside of the Premier League at the moment, and has been courted by some of Europe’s top names if the rumours are true.

His searing pace and ability to take chances would make him a threat in any league, and the Red Devils would be wise to take a chance on the in-form striker.

He has already scored 10 goals this season and formed an excellent partnership with Ross McCormack.

It would be a major loss for Slavisa Jokanovic and his team, but it is looking more and more inevitable.

 

Will Hughes

Before suffering serious injury, Will Hughes was earning rave reviews for Derby County and the England under 21's team.

A class act in the centre of the park, Hughes possesses all the attributes to become a top midfielder.

He was touted for a potential move before injury, and United will no doubt be monitoring his progress.

While he may not make an immediate impact, it could be wise to act now and secure one of English football’s hottest prospects.

At the age of just 20, Hughes has so much more to give in his career - and it would be an astute bit of business for the Red Devils.

 

Charlie Austin

With Man United struggling for goals all season, it could well be worth taking a punt on QPR striker Charlie Austin.

Austin proved during his season in the Premier League he knows exactly where the net is, and he has continued this vein of form this season in the Championship.

Long touted for a move to other Premier League clubs, Louis van Gaal could well be tempted to try and strike a cut price deal for the striker as he approaches the end of his contract.

Austin is a proven Premier League goalscorer, and that is something Manchester United.

 

Andre Gray

Another striker who can also play wide if necessary, Gray would offer pace in abundance to a Man United attack lacking sting at the moment.

His rise to the top, shows no sign of slowing, with his big money move to Burnley in the summer putting the pressure on him, he has taken it all in his stride, scoring 15 goals already to become the top scorer in the league.

It may take a fair chunk of money, but Gray definitely has the potential to light up the Premier League in the way he has in the Championship.

At the age of just 24, Andre Gray has the potential to become a top striker in the top-flight.

 

Sam Byram

Byram has been continually linked with a move for a long time now, and a move to Manchester United would really raise the already high tensions between United and Leeds.

Byram has put in consistently excellent performances this season, and despite Steve Evans stating he is going nowhere, if the money is right, owner Massimo Cellino will surely cash in.

A solid full back capable of contributing immensely to attacking situations, Byram would be an excellent addition to the Man United backline and would push Matteo Darmian for a starting berth.